The air is warming up and the leaves are turning green. Here in Massachusetts, it’s finally time to head outside and start exploring. And there’s no better place to start than this incredible mountain right in our backyard. Here’s how to enjoy breathtaking mountain views for just about a half-mile of hiking.
If you love getting out in nature, you won’t be able to resist this stellar mountaintop hike in Massachusetts.
Monument Mountain is located in Great Barrington. It’s a 1,642-foot peak that offers heart-pounding views.
If you don’t really consider yourself a mountaineer, never fear — you can get to the top of this hill in just over a half-mile of hiking.
If you’re looking for the absolute best views, the Squaw Peak Trail is the one for you. It’s 0.62-miles and will take you straight the top.
The easiest trail is the Indian Monument Trail. It will take you 1.51 miles of walking, but you’ll pass ancient pasture stone walls, old cart paths, and stunning rock formations on your way to the top.
Feel like a challenge? Opt for the 0.83-mile Hickey Trail. It’s the most strenuous but will get you to the top quickly.
No matter how you get there, the peak of Monument Mountain is truly something from a dream. On a summer day, you can expect rolling clouds, green valleys, and sunshine all around.
Scaling Monument Mountain should be all active Bay Staters’ bucket lists.
You should allow about two hours to get up and down the mountain. The mountain is open to hikers year-round and there is a parking lot. To learn more about climbing this beautiful mountain, click here. If you prefer your outdoor adventures to be a little more tame, take a look at this blooming flower farm that will enchant you beyond words.
Address: Monument Mountain Reservation, Great Barrington, MA, 01230
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