Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation Clarksburg State Park

1199 Middle Road, Clarksburg, MA

About Clarksburg State Park

Clarksburg State Park is a large forested park filled with opportunities for outdoor adventure. The park is best known for Mauserts Pond, a picturesque reservoir excellent for swimming. There are also multiple miles of easy-to-moderate hiking trails that scatter throughout the woods, while a large campground provides a serene spot for visitors to spend the night in the beautiful wilderness of Western Massachusetts.

Mauserts Pond, known colloquially as Clarksburg Reservoir, provides hours of family-friendly fun. Most visitors flock to the beach, which greets visitors with a sandy shore, a roped swimming area, and fantastic views of the Berkshires. A shaded field is lined with wooden picnic benches and charcoal grills, making it easy for families to spend all day at the beach. Those looking for fishing or paddling opportunities can launch small car top boats from a kayak dock. In the winter, ice fishing and skating are great ways to enjoy the frozen water.

Visitors looking to stretch their legs can enjoy miles of hiking trails scattering the forest. The Timberline Trail is an easy quarter-mile loop best for those looking to get a brisk sample of the woods. The Shoreline Trail and Pond Loop Trail provide more extensive hiking excursions as they meander through dense forestry and wetland habitats, and additional trails can be found along the way. Wildlife viewing and birding opportunities are excellent on these trails. The trails are well-maintained, easy to follow, and experience only modest elevation change. Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing are great ways to explore the park in the winter.

Camping is popular at Clarksburg State Park as a family-friendly campground rests right by the pond. There are 45 campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire pit. Other facilities at the campground include water spigots, restrooms, showers, and dish sinks. Direct access to the pond provides additional recreational opportunities. The campground is nestled at the junction of the Pond Loop and Shoreline Trails, providing beautiful hiking opportunities just steps away from the campsite.

The park is located on Middle Road in Clarksburg, where a large name sign marks the entrance. Visitors can park near the beach, the campground, or the main trailhead, depending on preferred activities. Parking is available for a fee during peak season (Memorial Day to Labor Day). Campsites can be reserved online at the park's website.