White pine forests and kettle ponds surround campers near Marblehead.
Marblehead, Massachusetts unfolds a canvas of natural wonders for campers. In Harold Parker State Forest, Berry Pond invites anglers in with its plentiful stock of trout. Set amid 3,000 acres of hardwood, hemlock, and white pine, well-spaced tent and RV campsites deliver a true forest camping experience. Several RV sites come equipped with 50-amp hookups and access to a comfort station with showers and flush toilets. Then head out for hiking or mountain biking along the popular Harold Parker Loop Trail. About 70 miles south of Marblehead, past Boston, is Myles Standish State Forest. It has a series of kettle ponds, streams, and rivers for water enthusiasts. Equestrian campers can enjoy a dedicated loop of campsites here, each large enough to hold a trailer. Miles of horseback riding trails take riders deep into one of the largest contiguous pitch pine and scrub oak communities. Cape Cod Bay is nearby too, offering lovely beaches, private campsites with water views, and more New England charm.