Contact Info
Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation
165 North Rd
Carlisle, MA 01741
Carlisle, MA 01741
Online Reservations
Reservations for this campground are handled through ReserveAmerica
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Overview
Great Brook Farm State Park stands as a jewel in northern Massachusetts! Agriculture has been part of Great Brook's history for centuries. Holsteins have been kept here for over 60 years and current farmer Mark Duffy continues the tradition with his black & white ladies. Native Americans had previously used the area for sacred sites. Seventeenth century cellar holes comprise "the city" where early English colonial settlers worked one of numerous mill sites.
The Hart Barn, which is available to reserve, is a converted dairy barn that provides a sheltered space with 10 wooden picnic tables inside. There is a maximum of 50 people. There is electricity and lights. Alcohol is strictly prohibited. Park hours are from sunrise to sunset.
The Hart Barn, which is available to reserve, is a converted dairy barn that provides a sheltered space with 10 wooden picnic tables inside. There is a maximum of 50 people. There is electricity and lights. Alcohol is strictly prohibited. Park hours are from sunrise to sunset.
Additional Information
- Please be advised that this facility may reach capacity early in the day. Once the parking lot is full, your guests will not be able to enter. Please plan accordingly Once you have make your reservations, please call the park to discuss your plans for the day. The Park Office number is 978-369-6312.
- Alcohol is prohibited in all DCR Facilities.
- Please be advised, the rental of this facility is generally for a self-catered picnic or simple gathering. Should you be interested in having a caterer, amplified music, a bounce house, fundraising event, etc. you will need to secure permission via a special event permit. There is a $45 non-refundable application fee, a Certificate of Liability Insurance will be required and you will be need to submit a Covid-19 Compliance Plan stating how you will meet the Governor’s guidelines. For more information, please visit: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-a-state-parks-special-use-permit Please apply today
- All members of your party must pay the facility Parking Fee, if applicable.
- Children must be attended at all times.
- Children 16 and under must wear bicycle helmets while riding bicycles.
- Pets must be attended and leashed at all times, are prohibited from swimming beaches and state buildings, including restrooms. Pick up after your pet and deposit waste in trash.
- Please clean up the area after use. Use available trash and recycling receptacles. Bring paper goods for your outing or plan to transport and wash dishes at home.
- Decorations may be hung with thumb tacks or tape. No duct tape, nails or staples. Remove all balloons and decorations.
- Pavilion reservations are rain or shine events. There are no refunds, unless cancelled with ReserveAmerica two days prior to reserved date.