Laurel Hill Association Goodrich Park

Park Street, Stockbridge, MA

About Goodrich Park

Goodrich Park is a popular hiking area managed by the Laurel Hill Association. When arriving at the park, visitors will immediately cross an old suspension bridge—which has come to symbolize the quaint Western Massachusetts town of Stockbridge. Then, after traversing the bridge, there are three distinct hiking trails.

For a family-friendly option, the Mary Flynn Trail offers an easy hike along the Housatonic River. Visitors can see and hear plenty of local wildlife from the trail—including birds and wetland amphibians.

The Ice Glen Trail is perfect for visitors wanting a moderate hike. After a short trek through the woods, visitors will arrive at the bottom of a ravine. Mossy rocks in this ravine often hide patches of ice through the summer, hence the trail’s name. Majestic old-growth trees also dominate this landscape and create a mystical feeling.

Lastly, the hike to Laura’s Tower is a more strenuous option. The trail climbs a steep mountain slope before arriving at an old lookout tower. From the lookout tower, a scenic view of the Berkshires rests over Stockbridge. These mountains turn bright orange and yellow when fall eventually arrives.

A small parking lot with limited parking for Goodrich Park is located at the end of Park Street, which branches from Route 7 south of Stockbridge. Dogs must be leashed.