Federated Women's Club State Forest is a

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located in the

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of Petersham and New Salem. Notable forest scenery is found along wooded roads with views of Fever Brook, which has been dammed and provides a stopover for

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. The forest's most prominent geological feature, "The Gorge," is found in the southwest part of the property. The forest is managed by the

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Activities and amenities

The forest offers camping, trails are used for hiking and cross-country skiing, fishing and restricted hunting.

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Federated Women's Club State Forest
Department of Conservation and Recreation {{authority control Massachusetts state forests Protected areas of Worcester County, Massachusetts State parks of Massachusetts Petersham, Massachusetts