Clarksburg State Park

	Clarksburg State Park
	Massachusetts State Park
	Mauserts Pond
Country	United States
State	Massachusetts
County	Berkshire
Town	Clarksburg
Location	1199 Middle Road
- elevation	1,099 ft (335 m) [1]
- coordinates	42°44′5″N 73°4′35″W / 42.73472°N 73.07639°WCoordinates: 42°44′5″N 73°4′35″W / 42.73472°N 73.07639°W
Area	368 acres (149 ha)
Established	Unspecified
Management	Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation
	Location of Clarksburg State Park in Massachusetts
	Website: Clarksburg State Park

Clarksburg State Park is a 368-acre (149 ha) Massachusetts state park located in the town of Clarksburg. The park is made up of unspoiled northern hardwood forest, with views of the Hoosac Range, Mount Greylock and the Green Mountains.^[2] It is managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.

Activities and amenities

Mauserts Pond: The park's centerpiece, Mauserts Pond has a pavilion and landscaped picnic area. The pond, though weedy, offers opportunities for swimming, fishing and non-motorized boating (boat ramp available).^[2]
Trails: The park has 9.5 miles (15.3 km) of trails including the 3-mile (4.8 km) Pond Loop Trail. Trails may be used for hiking, walking, and cross-country skiing.
Camping: Forty-five sites are available from May to September. Campground office hours are from 8 am – 6 pm on weekdays, and 8 am – midnight on weekends. Universally accessible campsites and comfort station are available, along with showers.
The park is open for day use from sunrise to one half-hour after sunset, year-round. Facilities are available from Memorial Day through Labor Day. A parking fee is charged.
Restrictions: Pets are permitted but must be on a 10-foot (3.0 m) maximum leash. Proof of current rabies vaccination is required. Motorized off-road vehicles and alcoholic beverages are prohibited.

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