Winter Hike and Snowshoe Locations in South Berkshire
With all of the snow the Berkshires has been receiving lately, one thing is for sure, folks can partake in winter outdoor activities and at a safe distance. Now that s a winning combination. Great Barrington Trails and Greenways has released a list of winter hike and snowshoe destinations in the southern Berkshires: We have included the locations below (in no particular order):
Threemile Hill & CHP Trail 15 Crissey Road, Great Barrington - Berkshire South Regional Community Center The 2-mile long trail is a moderate up and down path through the woodland, with a surprising view of Monument Mountain from the Fountain Pond end of the trail. The elevation change is 350 feet. Allot 90 minutes for a one-way walk on this trail. Or enjoy the milder ¾-mile CHP Loop.
Jan 22, 2021 Winter has finally arrived in the North Country, with fresh snow across much of the region. Emily Russell recently hiked up Black Mountain in Washington County, one of the wildest places near Lake George. She sent us this audio postcard.
Emily RussellEnjoying endless views of the Adirondacks from above Lake George
The summit of Black Mountain looks over Lake George from the eastern shore. Photo: Brian Mann
It’s bright and cold as I set off. The start of the hike takes me along what looks like an old ranger road. Right now it’s completely frozen. The trail is like a sheet of ice, so I’ve got my microspikes on and I’m moving pretty easily over it.
Jan 22, 2021 Winter has finally arrived in the North Country, with fresh snow across much of the region. Emily Russell recently hiked up Black Mountain in Washington County, one of the wildest places near Lake George. She sent us this audio postcard.
Emily RussellEnjoying endless views of the Adirondacks from above Lake George
The summit of Black Mountain looks over Lake George from the eastern shore. Photo: Brian Mann
It’s bright and cold as I set off. The start of the hike takes me along what looks like an old ranger road. Right now it’s completely frozen. The trail is like a sheet of ice, so I’ve got my microspikes on and I’m moving pretty easily over it.
Tranquil trails for winter hiking
By Diane Bair and Pamela Wright Globe Correspondent,Updated December 25, 2020, 6:56 p.m.
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Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary is Mass Audubonâs oldest and largest wildlife sanctuary, with 1,971 acres to get blissfully lost in. The sprawling parcel of forest, fields and wetlands is crisscrossed with 25 miles of trails.Courtesy Mass Audubon/Danielle Lanson (Custom credit)
Think of a sunny, crisp winter day. Youâre outdoors, skiing or snowshoeing or simply hiking over snowy open fields and through sun-dappled forests. All you hear is the
swish swish of your cross-country skis or the crunch of snow beneath your shoes. Thereâs beauty and solace here.