Saint Mary's Trailhead
Ferncliff Reservation
Lee, MA
Wildlife Viewing | Snowshoeing | Hiking
Cliffwood Street Trailhead Cliffwood Street, High Street, Lee, MA
Managed by
Lee Land Trust
Part of
Ferncliff Reservation
Allowed Uses & Features
Information
- Dogs allowed - Leashed
- Free
- Parking
- Scenic View
Fernwood Reservation Cliffwood Street Trailhead
Cliffwood Street in Lee, which leads to the entrance to Ferncliff Reservation.
The soccer field on Ferncliff Reservation.
- Public Land
- Private Land
- Bus Route
- Trail
- Major Trail
About Cliffwood Street Trailhead
The Ferncliff property in Lee, MA, is a beautiful gem hidden within the Berkshires. Located right next to the center of Lee, this secluded spot offers visitors a short, flat, and easy walking trail through the forest, where they will enjoy being under the tall, towering native trees and within a dense underbrush of vibrant green ferns. Below the ferns, a wide variety of mushrooms grow, adding splashes of red and orange to the lush green landscape. The trail is wide and well-maintained, clear of most rocks and roots that would make the terrain difficult. It has only slight inclines in some areas, making it an ideal path for people of all ages and abilities. If looking carefully, visitors might be able to spot some of the animal species that call Western Massachusetts home within the Ferncliff property, such as white-tailed deer, turkeys, and even foxes.
This property has multiple access points in Lee but limited parking access. However, Ferncliff is only a short walk from downtown Lee and High Street, so visitors can easily walk to the property from town. Because of its easy access, excellent trail conditions, and inspiring natural scenery, Ferncliff is an excellent location for a family-friendly nature walk within the beautiful landscape of Berkshire County.
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Accessibility Assessment
There are no accessible features at this location.
Parking at Cliffwood Street features one gravel parking space at the end of the street. Additional parking is available on Cliffwood Street, with the Street going uphill with grades between 5% and10% to the top of the street, where the entrance to Ferncliff Reservation lies. At the entrance to the reservation is a large, slightly hilly soccer field, with maximum grades between 5% and 10%. This field has one portable restroom. The trails throughout Ferncliff Reservation are comprised of dirt, with sections of rocks and roots throughout. Grades can exceed 20% on some trails.
Small, gravel parking area on Cliffwood Street, which offers an entrance to the Ferncliff Reservation.
An uphill section of a trail in Ferncliff Reservation.
Clubs, Retail & Rentals
Looking to meet up with others for team sports or group activities? Check out our list of clubs, guides and leagues in the Berkshires on the Resources page. Our list of summer camps will help you plan an overnight or day camp adventure for your young ones.
We also link to an array of outdoor recreation retail shops for gear and rental facilities for equipment on the Gear page.
