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Primitive Campground

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Plaintain PondParks & play2.1 km · ~7 min driveDirections ↗
Mount Washington State Forest
Mount Washington State ForestParks & play

Mount Washington State Forest is a 4,619-acre (1,869 ha) state forest in Mount Washington, Massachusetts. The forest conjoins with New York state and the state of Connecticut in the southern Taconic Mountains of the southwestern Berkshire region of Massachusetts. In addition to offering recreational and scenic opportunities, the forest lies adjacent to Bash Bish Falls State Park. It is managed by

3 km · ~7 min driveDirections ↗
Bash Bish Falls State Park
Bash Bish Falls State ParkParks & play

Bash Bish Falls State Park is a Massachusetts state park located in the town of Mount Washington. The park is named after Bash Bish Falls, Massachusetts' highest single-drop waterfall, which lies within its borders. The park is managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation and is one of several nature preserves in the extreme southwestern corner of Massachusetts noted for their scenery.

4.6 km · ~9 min driveDirections ↗
Mount Washington (508 m)
Mount Washington (508 m)Summits & peaks4.7 km · ~9 min driveDirections ↗
Bash Bish Mountain (579 m)
Bash Bish Mountain (579 m)Summits & peaks

Bash Bish Falls, a waterfall in Bash Bish Falls State Park in the Taconic Mountains of southwestern Massachusetts (Berkshire County), is the highest waterfall in the state. The falls are made up of a series of cascades, nearly 200 feet (61 m) in total. The final cascade is split into twin falls by a jutting rock, dropping in a 59-foot (18 m) "V" over boulders to a serene pool below. The waters of

5 km · ~10 min driveDirections ↗
Bash Bish Falls
Bash Bish FallsWaterfalls

Bash Bish Falls, a waterfall in Bash Bish Falls State Park in the Taconic Mountains of southwestern Massachusetts, is the highest waterfall in the state. The falls are made up of a series of cascades, nearly 200 feet (61 m) in total. The final cascade is split into twin falls by a jutting rock, dropping in a 59-foot (18 m) "V" over boulders to a serene pool below.

5.3 km · ~10 min driveDirections ↗
Taconic ViewAttractions6.1 km · ~11 min driveDirections ↗
Alander Mountain (680 m)
Alander Mountain (680 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in Massachusetts

10.5 km · ~19 min driveDirections ↗
Upper FallsWaterfalls23.7 km · ~36 min driveDirections ↗

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Good to know

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How much does it cost to camp at Primitive Campground?

Primitive Campground is free to camp at.

Do I need to book ahead for Primitive Campground?

No — it's first-come, first-served.

Can I bring an RV or caravan to Primitive Campground?

No, caravans and RVs aren't permitted here.

Can I pitch a tent at Primitive Campground?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

Are campfires allowed at Primitive Campground?

Yes, campfires are permitted — always check for seasonal fire bans before you go.

Is there drinking water at Primitive Campground?

No — bring your own drinking water.

Are there toilets at Primitive Campground?

Yes, toilets are available on site.

Are showers available at Primitive Campground?

No, showers are not available.

Is there an RV dump station at Primitive Campground?

No dump station is available.

Who runs Primitive Campground?

Primitive Campground is operated by Mass DCR.

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