Camping at Tolland State Forest in Massachusetts

Friday, we arrived at the Tolland State Forest Campground in the early afternoon and set up on site 8, which had a nice view of the lake through the trees (see photo).  We walked around the campground & the day use area, had dinner, and enjoyed a quiet evening around the campfire. 

On Saturday, we hiked a loop from the campground starting on the Gilmore trail to  short bit on the dirt Alan Road.  We stopped to eat lunch by the Farmington River and continued the hike on the Sawmill Trail.  We ended the hike with a short walk on East Otis Road back to the campground.  The hike took us through a variety of forested areas with the State Forest.  We capped the day off with another campfire.  

Sunday, we broke camp at a leisurely pace and headed home.  

The Tolland State Forest Campground had 92 wooded sites that spaced well apart.  Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the campground opened in 1933.  I highly recommend it.  

Join us May 31 - June 2 for camping at Massachusetts' Tolland State Forest where we can enjoy Otis Reservoir by canoe or kayak and do some easy to moderate hiking.  

Participants will need to make their own reservations at Reserve America.  We have reserved site 008 for ourselves.  I can help coordinate site sharing.  Standard campsite occupancy is limited to four adults, or two adults and the children in their care. Campsites are limited to two tents, or one tent and one trailer or RV, and two vehicles maximum (including tow trailers/boats) per site, at most Massachusetts state campgrounds.

On Friday evening, we will host a welcome gathering and camp fire at our site.  Snacks will be provided, but please bring your own beverages.  Please note, alcohol is prohibited in all Massachusetts State Parks and Campgrounds.

We will make plans for our Saturday activities at our Friday night gathering.  I will coordinate a potluck dinner for Saturday evening for those who are interested.