State Parks Near Springfield, Massachusetts
200 state park units lie within 50 miles of Springfield, including 23 parks across the line in Connecticut. The closest is Lake Lorraine State Park, about 2 mi northeast of town. 36 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Lake Lorraine State Park2 mi northeast
- Within 25 miles
- 36of 200 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 91 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 34 with free entry
State parks near Springfield, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Springfield; driving distance is usually longer. Showing the nearest 60 of 200.
Best picks by activity
Camping near Springfield
- Nye-Holman State Forest 17 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Nipmuck State Forest 20 mi east · Campground listed
- Granville State Forest 22 mi west · Campground listed
- Natchaug State Forest 24 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Wells State Park 25 mi east · Campground listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Springfield
- American Legion State Forest 27 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Springfield
- Scantic River State Park 9 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
- Shenipsit State Forest 13 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Nipmuck State Forest 20 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Springfield
- Holyoke Heritage State Park 7 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Stratton Brook State Park 23 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Gay City State Park 28 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Springfield
- Scantic River State Park 9 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Windsor Locks Canal Trail State Park 10 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Shenipsit State Forest 13 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Nye-Holman State Forest 17 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Nipmuck State Forest 20 mi east · Hiking trails listed
+ 17 more in the list above
Fishing near Springfield
- Scantic River State Park 9 mi south · Fishing listed
- Windsor Locks Canal Trail State Park 10 mi south · Fishing listed
- Shenipsit State Forest 13 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Nye-Holman State Forest 17 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Nipmuck State Forest 20 mi east · Fishing listed
+ 9 more in the list above
Free state parks near Springfield
- Enders State Forest 21 mi southwest · No entrance fee listed
- Nathan Hale State Forest 27 mi southeast · No entrance fee listed
- Horse Guard State Park 28 mi southwest · No entrance fee listed
- Algonquin State Forest 28 mi west · No entrance fee listed
Questions about state parks near Springfield
What is the closest state park to Springfield?
Lake Lorraine State Park is the closest, about 2 miles northeast of Springfield in a straight line. Next are Chicopee Memorial State Park and Robinson State Park.
How many state parks are near Springfield?
200 state park units are within 50 miles, and 36 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Springfield have camping?
9 parks list camping, the nearest being Nye-Holman State Forest, Nipmuck State Forest and Granville State Forest. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Springfield?
Yes, at 3 parks, including Scantic River State Park, Shenipsit State Forest and Nipmuck 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 Springfield?
4 parks list no entrance fee: Enders State Forest, Nathan Hale State Forest and Horse Guard State Park. Camping and some activities can still cost extra.
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.