State Parks Near Amherst Town, Massachusetts
170 state park units lie within 50 miles of Amherst Town, including 3 parks across the line in Connecticut. The closest is Norwottuck Rail Trail, about 3 mi west of town. 47 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Norwottuck Rail Trail3 mi west
- Within 25 miles
- 47of 170 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 6parks list campsites
- Dog-friendly
- 2pets allowed
State parks near Amherst Town, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Amherst Town; driving distance is usually longer. Showing the nearest 60 of 170.
Norwottuck Rail Trail
In Hampshire County, about 3 miles west of Amherst Town, Norwottuck Rail Trail covers about 36 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Norwottuck Rail Trail →Mount Holyoke Range State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Mount Holyoke Range State Park →J.A. Skinner State Park
In Hampshire County, about 5 miles southeast of Northampton, J.A. Skinner State Park covers about 138 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for J.A. Skinner State Park →Elwell Recreation Area
In Hampshire County, about 3 miles east of Northampton, Elwell Recreation Area covers about 1 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Elwell Recreation Area →Mount Toby State Forest
Covering about 2 acres, Mount Toby State Forest lies in Franklin County, about 9 miles north of Amherst Town.
Hours, fees and rules for Mount Toby State Forest →Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation
Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation is a park unit in Franklin County, about 9 miles northwest of Amherst Town.
Hours, fees and rules for Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation →Mount Tom State Reservation
Mount Tom State Reservation is a park unit in Hampden County, about 2 miles east of Easthampton.
Hours, fees and rules for Mount Tom State Reservation →Lake Wyola State Park
Lake Wyola State Park is a park in Franklin County, about 11 miles north of Amherst Town.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Wyola State Park →Shutesbury State Forest
In Franklin County, about 11 miles northeast of Amherst Town, Shutesbury State Forest covers about 74 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Shutesbury State Forest →Connecticut River Greenway State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Connecticut River Greenway State Park →Holyoke Heritage State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool.
Hours, fees and rules for Holyoke Heritage State Park →Chicopee Memorial State Park
On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Chicopee Memorial State Park →Conway State Forest
Conway State Forest is a forest in Franklin County, about 10 miles north of Northampton.
Hours, fees and rules for Conway State Forest →Montague State Forest
Covering about 267 acres, Montague State Forest lies in Franklin County, about 8 miles southeast of Greenfield.
Hours, fees and rules for Montague State Forest →Ludlow State Forest
Covering about 48 acres, Ludlow State Forest lies in Hampden County, about 7 miles west of Palmer Town.
Hours, fees and rules for Ludlow State Forest →Red Bridge State Park
Red Bridge State Park is a park in Hampden County, about 5 miles west of Palmer Town.
Hours, fees and rules for Red Bridge State Park →Wendell State Forest
Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Wendell State Forest →Lake Lorraine State Park
In Hampden County, about 2 miles northeast of Springfield, Lake Lorraine State Park covers about 2 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Lorraine State Park →Dead Branch State Forest
In Hampshire County, about 7 miles west of Northampton, Dead Branch State Forest covers about 9 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Dead Branch State Forest →Federation of Women's Clubs State Forest
Federation of Women's Clubs State Forest is a forest in Worcester County, about 15 miles southwest of Gardner.
Hours, fees and rules for Federation of Women's Clubs State Forest →Hampton Ponds State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Hampton Ponds State Park →D.A.R. State Forest
On the water side, there is a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for D.A.R. State Forest →South River State Forest
South River State Forest is a forest in Franklin County, about 6 miles southwest of Greenfield.
Hours, fees and rules for South River State Forest →New Salem State Forest
New Salem State Forest is a forest in Franklin County, about 15 miles west of Gardner.
Hours, fees and rules for New Salem State Forest →Orange State Forest
Orange State Forest is a forest in Franklin County, about 13 miles east of Greenfield.
Hours, fees and rules for Orange State Forest →Huntington State Forest
Covering about 15 acres, Huntington State Forest lies in Hampshire County, about 8 miles west of Easthampton.
Hours, fees and rules for Huntington State Forest →Gilbert A. Bliss State Forest
Covering about 13 acres, Gilbert A. Bliss State Forest lies in Hampshire County, about 11 miles northwest of Northampton.
Hours, fees and rules for Gilbert A. Bliss State Forest →Erving State Forest
On the water side, there is a boat ramp. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Erving State Forest →Petersham State Forest
Petersham State Forest is a forest in Worcester County, about 12 miles west of Gardner.
Hours, fees and rules for Petersham State Forest →Buckland State Forest
Buckland State Forest is a forest in Franklin County, about 8 miles west of Greenfield.
Hours, fees and rules for Buckland State Forest →Shelburne State Forest
Water access includes a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Shelburne State Forest →C.M. Gardner State Park
C.M. Gardner State Park is a park in Hampshire County, about 10 miles west of Easthampton.
Hours, fees and rules for C.M. Gardner State Park →West Brookfield State Forest
West Brookfield State Forest is a forest in Worcester County, about 10 miles northeast of Palmer Town.
Hours, fees and rules for West Brookfield State Forest →Robinson State Park
Robinson State Park is a park in Hampden County, about 2 miles north of Agawam Town.
Hours, fees and rules for Robinson State Park →Barre State Forest
Barre State Forest is a forest in Worcester County, about 14 miles south of Gardner.
Hours, fees and rules for Barre State Forest →Northfield State Forest
Northfield State Forest is a forest in Franklin County, about 11 miles northeast of Greenfield.
Hours, fees and rules for Northfield State Forest →Brimfield State Forest
Covering about 57 acres, Brimfield State Forest lies in Hampden County, about 7 miles southeast of Palmer Town.
Hours, fees and rules for Brimfield State Forest →Warwick State Forest
Covering about 70 acres, Warwick State Forest lies in Franklin County, about 14 miles east of Greenfield.
Hours, fees and rules for Warwick State Forest →Worthington State Forest
Worthington State Forest is a forest in Hampshire County, about 16 miles east of Pittsfield.
Hours, fees and rules for Worthington State Forest →Catamount State Forest
Catamount State Forest is a forest in Franklin County, about 8 miles west of Greenfield.
Hours, fees and rules for Catamount State Forest →Lawton State Forest
Lawton State Forest is a forest in Worcester County, about 12 miles west of Gardner.
Hours, fees and rules for Lawton State Forest →Ware River Rail Trail
Ware River Rail Trail is a trail in Worcester County, about 7 miles southwest of Gardner.
Hours, fees and rules for Ware River Rail Trail →Mount Grace State Forest
Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Mount Grace State Forest →Chester-Blandford State Forest
Chester-Blandford State Forest is a forest in Hampden County, about 12 miles northwest of Westfield.
Hours, fees and rules for Chester-Blandford State Forest →Bryant Mountain State Forest
Bryant Mountain State Forest is a forest in Hampshire County, about 15 miles east of Pittsfield.
Hours, fees and rules for Bryant Mountain State Forest →Deer Hill State Reservation
Deer Hill State Reservation is a park unit in Hampshire County, about 15 miles southeast of North Adams.
Hours, fees and rules for Deer Hill State Reservation →Leyden State Forest
Leyden State Forest is a forest in Franklin County, about 7 miles north of Greenfield.
Hours, fees and rules for Leyden State Forest →Oakham State Forest
Oakham State Forest is a forest in Worcester County, about 11 miles west of Worcester.
Hours, fees and rules for Oakham State Forest →North Brookfield State Forest
North Brookfield State Forest is a forest in Worcester County, about 12 miles west of Worcester.
Hours, fees and rules for North Brookfield State Forest →Kenneth Dubuque Memorial State Forest
For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Kenneth Dubuque Memorial State Forest →Hubbardston State Forest
Hubbardston State Forest is a forest in Worcester County, about 6 miles southwest of Gardner.
Hours, fees and rules for Hubbardston State Forest →Templeton State Forest
Templeton State Forest is a forest in Worcester County, about 5 miles southwest of Gardner.
Hours, fees and rules for Templeton State Forest →Mass Central Rail Trail
Mass Central Rail Trail is a trail in Worcester County, about 12 miles northwest of Worcester.
Hours, fees and rules for Mass Central Rail Trail →Peru State Forest
Peru State Forest is a forest in Berkshire County, about 13 miles east of Pittsfield.
Hours, fees and rules for Peru State Forest →Scantic River State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, hunting in season, boating, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Scantic River State Park →Rutland State Park
In Worcester County, about 12 miles northwest of Worcester, Rutland State Park covers about 2 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Rutland State Park →Windsor Locks Canal Trail State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, biking, fishing, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Windsor Locks Canal Trail State Park →Royalston State Forest
Royalston State Forest is a forest in Worcester County, about 15 miles northwest of Gardner.
Hours, fees and rules for Royalston State Forest →Wells State Park
For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Wells State Park →Shenipsit State Forest
Visitors come for horseback riding, historic sites, hunting in season, biking, and fishing.
Hours, fees and rules for Shenipsit State Forest →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Amherst Town
- Wendell State Forest 15 mi north · Campground listed
- D.A.R. State Forest 16 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Erving State Forest 19 mi north · Campground listed
- Mount Grace State Forest 24 mi north · Campground listed
- Kenneth Dubuque Memorial State Forest 26 mi northwest · Campground listed
+ 1 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Amherst Town
- Scantic River State Park 26 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
- Shenipsit State Forest 28 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Amherst Town
- Holyoke Heritage State Park 12 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Amherst Town
- Scantic River State Park 26 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Windsor Locks Canal Trail State Park 27 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Shenipsit State Forest 28 mi south · Hiking trails listed
Fishing near Amherst Town
- Scantic River State Park 26 mi south · Fishing listed
- Windsor Locks Canal Trail State Park 27 mi south · Fishing listed
- Shenipsit State Forest 28 mi south · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Amherst Town
What is the closest state park to Amherst Town?
Norwottuck Rail Trail is the closest, about 3 miles west of Amherst Town in a straight line. Next are Mount Holyoke Range State Park and J.A. Skinner State Park.
How many state parks are near Amherst Town?
170 state park units are within 50 miles, and 47 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Amherst Town have camping?
6 parks list camping, the nearest being Wendell State Forest, D.A.R. State Forest and Erving State Forest. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Amherst Town?
Yes, at 2 parks, including Scantic River State Park and Shenipsit State Forest. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Amherst Town?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Northampton, MA9 mi west
- Near Holyoke, MA13 mi southwest
- Near Palmer Town, MA16 mi southeast
- Near Springfield, MA17 mi south
- Near Greenfield, MA18 mi north
- Near Westfield, MA20 mi southwest
- Near Gardner, MA31 mi northeast
- Near Southbridge Town, MA32 mi southeast
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.