Matsusaka City Forest Park Nature park and campground with good access 5 minutes from the interchange

Lately, I can feel the arrival of spring with the warm sunlight during the day.

By the way, in Matsuzaka City, every local elementary school student was taken care of."Matsusaka City Forest Park"There are

Originally, Matsusaka City Forest Park was a facility maintained for the purpose of outdoor group activities and health relaxation.When speaking of Matsusaka City Forest Park, many people think of it as a ``cherry blossom viewing spot'', and it is so familiar to citizens that it is a ``cherry blossom viewing spot''. It is a natural park.

This Matsusaka City Forest Park isWith the renewal in April 2021, it has been reborn as a vast natural park where you can enjoy camping, playing in the river, and even mountain climbing.

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We will introduce the various facilities in Matsusaka City Forest Park in order.

Introduction to the attractive facilities of Matsusaka City Forest Park

Forest Park Facility 1: You can enjoy camping even if you go empty-handed!

Mie Prefecture is surrounded by mountains and rivers, and there are many campgrounds within the prefecture. For this reason, I get the impression that during long holidays, you often come across campers.

However, for those who are new to camping, the first camping experience can seem daunting, as there is a lot to prepare for and a lot of things you don't know.

At Matsusaka City Forest Park, you don't have to buy a complete set of camping equipment, which is common for camping beginners.Rest assured that the equipment and rental items are very substantialIt is.

You can rent all the equipment you need for camping, including tents, bedding, lights, bonfire goods, and cooking utensils. In this way, even for those who are trying camping for the first time, it is a product lineup that can be easily enjoyed.

The tent site has a wooden deck type tent stand, which is attractive because it can be easily set up by tying it to metal fittings.

In the tent site 20 section,There is an auto campsite (can park one regular car) and a bungalow building with flush toilets and showers. Furthermore, bath facilities (Mori-no-Yu) are rare for a campsite.Equipped with:

Along with this renovation, a bonfire space has also been created at the site where tents are erected, and it seems to be very popular with users.

There are many ways to enjoy the area, including solo campers who light a bonfire and spend the day relaxing, and families who enjoy playing in the nearby river.

Forest Park Facility 2: Barbecue area with a huge iron plate

There are two types of barbecue facilities in the forest park.

first,Huge iron plate with a diameter of 1.5mthere is"BBQ House"It is.

You can get excited by putting all the ingredients on the iron plate and grilling it vigorously! You can make a large amount of yakisoba at once, or even a giant okonomiyaki.

Also, since this BBQ house can be used inside the building,The feature is that you can use it without worrying about rain or strong winds.The following is a list of the most common problems with the

Another barbecue facility is"Shichirinagaya"It is.

As the name suggests,You can enjoy charcoal grilling using a charcoal grill.The following is a list of the most common problems with the

6 people use 1 section, and the sections are divided side by side like a tenement house.

If you reserve a BBQ set, they will prepare the ingredients for you. Of course, you are also welcome to bring your own food and drinks.

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If you want to research ingredients, check out Bell Farm Farmers Market and Ise Shima Souvenir Center Osho Matsusaka Branch.

Here are two recommended places to procure ingredients for camping and barbecues.

Both are just a few minutes from Matsuzaka IC, so you can stop by right away.

First, we recommend the Bell Farm Farmers' Market located within Bell Farm, Matsusaka Agricultural Park.

We also sell locally grown fresh vegetables, fruits, rice and meat.

Matsusaka Agricultural Park Bell Farm also has a variety of facilities that you can enjoy exploring.

The other one is "Ise Shima Souvenir Center Osho Matsusaka Branch."

We have a wide selection of seafood, including Ise-Shima spiny lobsters, shellfish such as turban shells, and oysters.

If you want to have a seafood barbecue, it's a good idea to get the ingredients here.

Forest Park Facility 3: A water park where you can enjoy playing in the river

A water park that is open to the public free of charge from 10:00 to 16:00 only during the summer vacation period.

In summer, I want to play in the water! Because it was made for children to play in the river,The water depth is shallow and maintained. Families with small children can also play with peace of mind.

Parents can relax in the pavilion nearby. However, since there is only this one building, you may not be able to get a seat unless you go first thing in the morning.

Depending on the time of day, there may be fewer places to shade yourself from the sun, so be careful not to get heatstroke.

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There will be a lifeguard, so please follow instructions carefully.

Forest Park Facility 4: Lawn square and general play equipment

Next, we introducelawn squareIt is.

The cherry blossoms in spring and the autumn foliage are beautiful in autumn, and the area is crowded with cherry blossom viewers.

There are sidewalks around the square, so you can take a leisurely stroll.

just,It is located at the foot of a mountain, so there is quite a slope. If you don't exercise much on a regular basis, you may find yourself out of breath quickly (laughs).

Right after climbing the lawn square isComprehensive playground equipmentIt is.

Several types of slides and shelters are installed.When children find play equipment, they can be seen happily running up the square.

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The lawn plaza is an area where pets are allowed.

Forest Park Facility 5: Kannondake Observation Deck overlooking Matsusaka City

Kannon-dake, which was once considered a landmark for sailors navigating Ise Bay, has an entrance within Matsusaka City Forest Park.

When climbing, many trailheads are far from parking lots, which is one of the anxiety factors for climbers. Kannon-dake can be enjoyed with peace of mind because you can use the vast parking lot of Matsuzaka City Forest Park.

Also,The altitude is 605.9mIt is not so high, and there is an observatory on the mountainside that overlooks the city of Matsusaka.

The course from Forest Park to Mt. KannonIt's a ridge walk, but the mountain trail is maintained.

For this reason, there are almost no dangerous spots, making it an enjoyable course even for beginners.

If the weather is nice,You can even see Mt. FujiTherefore, it is crowded with many people during the climbing season. (*Unfortunately, I was not able to meet Mt. Fuji this time.)

Forest Park Facility 6: Casual lunch restaurant "Hanaokoshi"

Finally, I would like to introduce the restaurant “Hanaokoshi” where you can have meals and snacks.

Enjoy reasonably priced meals such as the standard Hanaokoshi Set Meal, which includes seasonal tempura and udon, and the Chicken Nanban Set Meal and Karaage Set Meal, which use fried chicken breasts from Mie Prefecture. Masu.

There are also light snacks and sweets such as takoyaki, french fries, and gelato.

A good place to take a break while enjoying a meal after playing in the river or the squareIt is.

In front of the shopThere is a cycle rack, so it is recommended to stop by during cycling.It is.

Summary of Matsusaka City Forest Park

In general, the image of a campsite deep in the mountains may be strong. Matsusaka City Forest Park is close to the Matsusaka city area and is conveniently located 5 minutes from the Matsusaka Interchange.

Due to this convenient access, over 60% of all users come from outside the prefecture (Aichi Prefecture and Osaka) on holidays. Although Matsusaka City Forest Park is used by many people from far away, it is also known as a daily walking course for locals. It's relatively empty in the morning, so it's a hidden gem for morning walks.

From 2022,A Wi-Fi environment that allows data to be sent and received by wireless communication has been established at campsites in the park.it was done.

A total of 20 camping tent sites, 6 car sites, a one-story wooden training building (woodworking building), and 6 bungalows are located on the banks of the river and in the forest.Users of these sites are concerned about communication volume. You can now use it without

Due to the facility renewal and Wi-Fi environment, the campground is rarely used during the winter season.There were more than 100 uses and reservations in February 2022Yes.

Matsusaka City Forest Park can be said to be a facility that can be used for new lifestyles such as workcations in the future.