4.3385 reviewsPrice
$17 - $54/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
93 campsites
Season
Reservations are req...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Price
$17 - $54/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
93 campsites
Season
Reservations are req...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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Tolland State Forest, PO Box 342, EAST OTIS, Massachusetts, 01029, United States
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Learn more about alerts →Anglers and paddlers get the most from this place: Otis Reservoir is stocked with trout and bass, the boat launch is right there, and July mornings on the water before the crowds arrive are hard to beat. RVs up to 35 feet fit, and the fee is reasonable for MA residents at $17.
Noise-sensitive campers have real cause for frustration here. Reviewers consistently flag loud groups after 10 PM and early morning boat motors, and enforcement is unreliable. Beach-adjacent sites are the worst offenders, and with declining recent sentiment, it's not improving.
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Rated higher than 43% of graded campgrounds
Graded on what 41 campers actually wrote - graded on 14 things that make or break a trip. Each topic is graded against every other campground on it - A is among the best, C about average. No star ratings.
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Summer is peak season, with daytime highs in the mid-70s to mid-80s°F and cool nights in the mid-50s to low-60s°F. July and August offer the warmest reservoir water for swimming and paddling, though afternoon thunderstorms pop up occasionally. Fall brings cooler temperatures and foliage displays across the surrounding hills. Winter sees temperatures near freezing with snow blanketing the forest. Spring arrives with blooms and migrating birds, plus occasional rain showers.
Peak season for swimming, boating and warm water; reviewers note best reservoir conditions in July/August.
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Tolland State Forest Campground offers a wide range of amenities to campers, balancing comfort with a rustic outdoor experience. Facilities include a boat ramp, a campers-only beach, picnic areas, and comfort stations with flush toilets and showers. Each campsite is equipped with a fire ring, bear-proof food storage locker, and a sturdy picnic table. However, there are no utility hookups or dump stations. "Showers, restroom with toilet paper and soap" are provided, as noted in one user review. Firewood, available for $7 per bundle (credit card only), must be purchased on-site as Massachusetts prohibits firewood transportation.
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