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| State Park Overview: |
 | At 16,127 acres, October Mountain is the largest state forest in Massachusetts, offering visitors a place to camp, hike and enjoy the outdoors while they visit nearby Tanglewood and other points of interest. 46 campsites dot a sunny hillside. Several sites are wheelchair accessible. The forest's trails delight hikers and equestrians. Trails are available for every level of experience, and include the famous Appalachian Trail. One of the most scenic trails lead to Schermerhorn Gorge, a striking natural feature which has intrigued generations of geologists. Countless varieties of wild plants and animals can be found in the varied terrain of this vast forest. |
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October Mountain Rocks!
We recently had a very pleasant stay at the campground in this beautiful park. The staff was very friendly and helpful. They ran a tight ship, in that no excessive noise was tolerated ever. The washrooms were clean and well cared for. We would definitely come back again!
Written by Nance
21-Aug-2008
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| Area Accommodations |
| B&Bs / Inns | | Brook Farm Inn - Located just down the hill and around the bend from Lenox center, Brook Farm welcomes you to the grace of its Victorian past and the comfort of the present. | | Garden Gables Inn - Garden Gables Inn is "a place unto itself", a charming country inn perfectly located in the center of historic Lenox village. Only a mile from the famous Tanglewood, tucked away on 5 breathtaking acres of secluded natural beauty. |
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 | MassParks.org | Massachusetts Forests & Parks - Park Listing - Welcome to MassParks.org! One of the smallest states in the nation, Massachusetts has one ... Park Norwottuck Rail Trail Back to Top O October Mountain State Forest Otter River State Forest Back to Top ... | | Area Campgrounds | | Fox Hill Camping Area RR 203 Spencertown, NY (518) 392-3714

| Woodland Hills Campground Austerlitz, NY (518) 392-3557

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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Smitty's Bait & Tackle 200 North St Dalton, MA (413) 684-2244

| Onota Boat Livery 463 Pecks Rd Pittsfield, MA (413) 443-1366

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| | Area Resorts and Lodging | | Berkshire Vista Resort Inc 312 Kittle Rd Hancock, MA (413) 738-5154

| Vacation Village in the Berkshires 276 Brodie Rd Hancock, MA (413) 738-2000

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| Directions: |
| October Mountain State Forest is located in western Massachusetts.From the east or west: Follow the Mass Pike (Rte. I-90) to exit 2 in Lee. Turn right onto Rte. 20 west to Center St. in Lee, follow the state forest signs to the park. |
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