Looking for a cheap car camp in central mass for this weekend

[HuskyHiker]

I'm planning on meeting a friend this upcoming weekend for some gear testing. We were hoping to car camp at a state park but they seem to not be open yet...

Anyone have tips or leads on some good early season camping?

[1960HikerDude]

I don't know of any public or private campgrounds in Central Mass that open before mid-may. The closest place I know that is open in April is Briarlee in CT.

[jerzybears]

Mohawk trail might be open

[SkyPainter]

Check some of the private and KOA campgrounds. Many open April 15th.

~ SkyPainter

[HuskyHiker]

Thanks a bunch for the replies, I think we are going to have to go a bit further west than we wanted and camp at the DAR. Anyone know if the roads and sites are clear of snow?

[Likeapuma]

Ever thought of Bigelow Hollow SP in Connecticut? It's right on the border of Mass, a few minutes from the highway?

It's free, you just have to call & let them know. Unfortunately, they don't have any car camping sites, but there are a few spots that are a15-20 minute walk from the parking lot. Worth a shot?

[Miguel]

Nothing seems to be cheap in Mass.