Brimfield State Forest is a Massachusetts state forest located in and around the town of Brimfield in Hampden County, Massachusetts. The forest includes Dean Pond Recreation Area, a popular spot for fishing, picnicking and swimming. The park is managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
Activities and amenities Trails: Over of roads and trails are used for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing. Day-use area: Dean Pond Recreation Area offers a swimming beach, picnic grounds, and fully accessible restrooms. The forest also offers fishing and restricted hunting.
In the news Following a tornado in 2011, the Dean Pond Recreation Area was closed for two years. It reopened in 2013.
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External links
Brimfield State Forest Department of Conservation and Recreation Brimfield State Forest Trail Map Department of Conservation and Recreation