Explore the Natural Beauty of Beartown State Forest Headquarters

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start on MA-7 N from your location in the Berkshires. Head northeast and continue for about 15 miles. Merge onto MA-23 E and follow it for approximately 5 miles until you reach the junction with US-202 S. Take US-202 S for about 3 miles, then turn left onto Blue Hill Rd. Follow Blue Hill Rd for about 1.5 miles, and you will find Beartown State Forest Headquarters at 69 Blue Hill Rd, Monterey, MA 01245.

• Public Transportation

  If you prefer public transportation, you can take the Peter Pan Bus Lines from various locations in the Berkshires to Great Barrington. Once you arrive in Great Barrington, you will need to take a taxi or rideshare service (like Uber or Lyft) to Beartown State Forest Headquarters, which is approximately 12 miles away. Be sure to check for taxi availability in advance, as services may be limited. Expect to pay around $30-$40 for the ride.

• Biking

  For adventurous travelers, biking can be an option. From Great Barrington, you can take US-7 N for about 5 miles until you reach the intersection with MA-23 E. From there, follow MA-23 E for about 5 miles and then turn left onto Blue Hill Rd. The total biking distance from Great Barrington to Beartown State Forest Headquarters is approximately 12 miles. Make sure to wear a helmet and be cautious on the roads.