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Where to ride in Massachusetts

Public riding areas, private motocross tracks and the permits Massachusetts asks for. Public areas are quoted from the managing agency's page, tracks from their own sites, each dated. Places close for fire, weather, seasons, races and repairs, so check the page before you go.

Public areas
8
Tracks
1
On the map
8
Quoted facts
33
Reviewed
2026-09-30

Areas

Public land the managing agency describes for off-highway riding, and privately run tracks and riding parks open to the public. Each card quotes the place’s own page on the riding, vehicles, season, ride days, fees, camping and size; what the page does not print is named on a hatched line. The Forest Service and the BLM publish motor vehicle use maps for public land not listed here.

8 of 9 places on the map; numbers match the list. 8 hollow pins are approximate: the centre of the ZIP code in the printed address, not the gate. 1 place has no pin: its page gives neither. Outline: U.S. Census Bureau.

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  1. 1. Freetown-Fall River State Forest

    State Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)near Assonet

    This 5000-acre forest includes 25 miles of trails for hiking, horse-back riding, or off-roading (dirt bikes only).

    Riding
    Approximately 25 miles of singe track trails for the expert rider. source
    Vehicles
    Motorcycles only. source
    Season
    Dirt bike riding season is from the Monday after the first weekend in May to the last Sunday in November.
    Size
    In the quote above
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    Not on the pages we checked: Ride days, Fees, Camping
    • Trails
    • Motocross track
    • Names motorcycles

    Address as printed: 110 Slab Bridge Road, Assonet, MA 02702

    Freetown-Fall River State Forest, official pagechecked 2026-09-30

    Map point: Approximate: centre of ZIP code 02702 (Census ZIP code area), from the address printed on the page, checked 2026-09-30. Back to the map

  2. 2. F. Gilbert Hills State Forest

    State Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)near Foxborough

    F. Gilbert Hills is a 1000-acre state forest that offers 23 miles of trails through pine and oak.

    Riding
    Approximately 8 miles of single track motorcycle trail in each of the three forests. source
    Vehicles
    There are also 8 miles of motor biking trails.
    Season
    Off-highway motorcycles (OHMs) are only allowed during the riding season (early May to late November).
    Size
    In the quote above
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    Not on the pages we checked: Ride days, Fees, Camping
    • Trails
    • Motocross track
    • Names motorcycles

    Address as printed: 45 Mill Street, Foxborough, MA 02035

    F. Gilbert Hills State Forest, official pagechecked 2026-09-30

    Map point: Approximate: centre of ZIP code 02035 (Census ZIP code area), from the address printed on the page, checked 2026-09-30. Back to the map

  3. 3. Franklin State Forest

    State Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)near Franklin

    Ride the 8-mile loop trail designated for off-highway motorcycles (OHMs).

    Riding
    Approximately 8 miles of single track motorcycle trail in each of the three forests. source
    Vehicles
    In the quote above
    Season
    Off-highway motorcycles (OHMs) are only allowed during the riding season (early May to late November).
    Size
    Covering over 843 acres, Franklin State Forest is a minimally developed piece of land.
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    Not on the pages we checked: Ride days, Fees, Camping
    • Trails
    • Motocross track
    • Names motorcycles

    Address as printed: 80 Forge Hill Rd, Franklin, MA 02038

    Franklin State Forest, official pagechecked 2026-09-30

    Map point: Approximate: centre of ZIP code 02038 (Census ZIP code area), from the address printed on the page, checked 2026-09-30. Back to the map

  4. 4. Wrentham State Forest

    State Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)near Wrentham

    Covering over 1,000 acres, Wrentham State Forest is a minimally developed area.

    Riding
    Approximately 8 miles of single track motorcycle trail in each of the three forests. source
    Vehicles
    Motorized use at this forest is restricted to Motorcycles only.
    Season
    Off-highway motorcycles (OHMs) are only allowed during the riding season (early May to late November).
    Size
    In the quote above
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    Not on the pages we checked: Ride days, Fees, Camping
    • Trails
    • Motocross track
    • Names motorcycles

    Address as printed: 690 Taunton St, Wrentham, MA 02093

    Wrentham State Forest, official pagechecked 2026-09-30

    Map point: Approximate: centre of ZIP code 02093 (Census ZIP code area), from the address printed on the page, checked 2026-09-30. Back to the map

  5. 5. Beartown State Forest

    State Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)near Monterey

    This 12,000 acre forest is the perfect place to visit no matter the season.

    Riding
    Approximately 25 miles of OHV trails suitable for motorcycles or ATVs. source
    Vehicles
    Approximately 25 miles of OHV trails suitable for motorcycles or ATVs. source
    Season
    OHV season is open May 1st to the last Sunday in November, weather permitting
    Camping
    Off-road vehicle, off-highway vehicle, and all-terrain vehicle use is not allowed in the campground.
    Size
    In the quote above
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    Not on the pages we checked: Ride days, Fees
    • Trails
    • Names motorcycles

    Address as printed: 69 Blue Hill Road, Monterey, MA 01245

    Beartown State Forest, official pagechecked 2026-09-30

    Map point: Approximate: centre of ZIP code 01245 (Census ZIP code area), from the address printed on the page, checked 2026-09-30. Back to the map

  6. 6. October Mountain State Forest

    State Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)near Lee

    At 16,500 acres, October Mountain is the largest state forest in Massachusetts.

    Riding
    OHV trails at October Mountain are challenging and only suitable for the intermediate to expert rider.
    Vehicles
    Approximately 30 miles of OHV trails suitable for motorcycles or ATVs. source
    Camping
    Tent and RV camping is $17/night for Massachusetts residents and $54/night for non-residents.
    Size
    In the quote above
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    Not on the pages we checked: Season, Ride days, Fees
    • Trails
    • Names motorcycles
    • Camping

    Address as printed: 317 Woodland Road, Lee, MA 01238

    October Mountain State Forest, official pagechecked 2026-09-30

    Map point: Approximate: centre of ZIP code 01238 (Census ZIP code area), from the address printed on the page, checked 2026-09-30. Back to the map

  7. 7. Pittsfield State Forest

    State Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)near Pittsfield

    This sprawling, 11,000-acre forest includes Berry Pond and 30 miles of trails.

    Riding
    Approximately 14 miles of OHV trails suitable for motorcycles or ATVs. source
    Vehicles
    Approximately 14 miles of OHV trails suitable for motorcycles or ATVs. source
    Camping
    Camping is $17/night for Massachusetts residents and $54/night for non-residents.
    Size
    In the quote above
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    Not on the pages we checked: Season, Ride days, Fees
    • Trails
    • Names motorcycles
    • Camping

    Address as printed: 1041 Cascade St., Pittsfield, MA 01201

    Pittsfield State Forest, official pagechecked 2026-09-30

    Map point: Approximate: centre of ZIP code 01201 (Census ZIP code area), from the address printed on the page, checked 2026-09-30. Back to the map

  8. 8. Tolland State Forest

    State Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)near East Otis

    At the center of Tolland State Forest sits the 1,065-acre Otis Reservoir, which offers a variety of recreational activities.

    Riding
    Approximately 15 miles of OHV trails best suited to MGL c. 90 registered motorcycles source
    Vehicles
    Approximately 15 miles of OHV trails best suited to MGL c. 90 registered motorcycles source
    Camping
    Camping season is from mid-May until mid-October.
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    Not on the pages we checked: Season, Ride days, Fees, Size
    • Trails
    • Names motorcycles
    • Camping

    Address as printed: 410 Tolland Road, East Otis, MA 01029

    Tolland State Forest, official pagechecked 2026-09-30

    Map point: Approximate: centre of ZIP code 01029 (Census ZIP code area), from the address printed on the page, checked 2026-09-30. Back to the map

  9. 9. The Wick 338

    Private track or park The Wick 338near Southwick

    This is the most famous sandbox in American motocross, and it has provided some of the most memorable moments in the history of the sport thanks to its unique racing surface.

    Riding
    With its deceptively hard base, The Wick 338 is different than most sand tracks, and mastering it can be a true challenge.
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    Not on the pages we checked: Vehicles, Season, Ride days, Fees, Camping, Size
    • Dunes and sand
    • Motocross track

    The Wick 338, own sitechecked 2026-09-30

Permits and stickers

What the state's own pages say riders need on public land, quoted word for word. Private tracks set their own rules, entry forms and gear requirements.

  • Residents

    Massachusetts recreation vehicle registration

    Recreation vehicles operated on public or private property must be registered through the Massachusetts Environmental Police, except if used exclusively for agricultural, forestry, lumbering or construction purposes.

    Official pagechecked 2026-09-30

  • Non-residents

    Out-of-state registrations

    Out-of-state recreation vehicle registrations are not valid in Massachusetts.

    Official pagechecked 2026-09-30

  • Everyone

    Safety course for riders under 18

    No person under 18 years of age shall operate a recreation vehicle or recreation utility vehicle unless he has successfully completed an approved recreation vehicle safety and responsibility course.

    Official pagechecked 2026-09-30

  • Everyone

    Helmet rule

    Persons operating, riding on, or being towed by a recreation vehicle shall wear an approved helmet.

    Official pagechecked 2026-09-30

  • Everyone

    DCR state forest OHV trails

    All vehicles need to be registered.

    Official pagechecked 2026-09-30

Before you go

Each place's own page has its current status, seasons, fees and which trails take which vehicles. Rules differ between places and change with fire danger, weather and race schedules, so read it on the day. Tracks set their own gear, age and entry rules.

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Nothing on this page says anyone may ride anywhere: it points to the agencies that decide. A tag such as “Camping” means the quoted page says so, not that we have been there. Reviewed 2026-09-30.