Harold Parker State Forest

Harold Parker State Forest is a Massachusetts state forest located in portions of four towns: Andover, North Andover, North Reading and Middleton. Ponds, swamps, rolling hills, glacial erratics and rocky outcroppings can be found in the 3294acre forest. The forest features more than of backwoods roads and trails as well as remnants of 18th-century farming and milling operations. The park is managed by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation.Activities and amenitiesTrails: The forest's logging roads and trails are used for hiking, walking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing.Ponds: Fishing and non-motorized boating are available at 11 ponds including Bear, Berry, Brackett, Collins, Delano, Field, Salem, Stearns and Sudden. Camping: The 89-site campground offers campers hot showers and access to swimming. Beaches, camping and restrooms are wheelchair-accessible.The forest also offers picnicking and restricted hunting.