Brimfield State Forest facts for kids
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Dean Pond Recreation Area
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 Brimfield State Forest
Location in Massachusetts
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| Location | Brimfield, Monson, Wales, Hampden, Massachusetts, United States |
| Area | 3,523 acres (14.26 km2) |
| Elevation | 978 ft (298 m) |
| Established | Unspecified |
| Operator | Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation |
| Website | Brimfield State Forest |
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 20 miles (32 km) 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 100-foot-long (30 m) 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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