West Dugway Road Trailhead
Kennedy Park
Lenox, MA
Mountain Biking | Hiking | Cross-Country Skiing
Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Road, Lenox, MA
Managed by
Massachusetts Audubon Society
Allowed Uses & Features
Information
- Family Friendly
- Interpretive Signage
- Parking
- Restroom
- Scenic View
- Water Views
Pike's Pond.
Pike's Pond, viewed from the boardwalk section of the All Persons Trail.
Pike's Pond.
Pleasant Valleys park office, which can be accessed by ramp, and is located in front of the main parking area.
- Public Land
- Private Land
- Bus Route
- Trail
- Major Trail
Allowed Uses & Features
Information
- Family Friendly
- Interpretive Signage
- Parking
- Restroom
- Scenic View
- Water Views
About Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, located in Lenox, offers visitors countless opportunities to hike and walk through the tranquil forests of the Berkshires. Seven miles of well-marked trails ranging from short walks to strenuous hikes provide everyone with a fun and engaging experience. The short 20–30-minute boardwalk trail looping around Pike's Pond is a great nature hike for people of all ages, and lucky visitors can spot beavers constructing their dams in the quiet water. For more daring hikers, the Trail of the Ledges takes visitors up Lenox Mountain. The hike contains a challenging 850-foot vertical gain and offers a breathtaking view of Mount Greylock, the Taconic Range, and the Catskill Mountains from the summit.
Additionally, the stunning ecosystems at Pleasant Valley foster a popular location for birding; whether on their own or on a custom birding trip through the Mass Audubon, visitors will frequently see various wildlife. Along with hiking and walking trails, Pleasant Valley has several programs to try out and further embrace the park's outdoor wonders. From advanced canoeing and hiking to children's activities, this park offers visitors an actual Western Massachusetts outdoor experience.
Please note that dogs are not allowed on this property.
Managed by
Massachusetts Audubon Society
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Features- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Picnic Tables
- Accessible Restroom
- Adaptive Device Trail
- Sensory Guide Features
- Wheelchair / Stroller Friendly Trail
Parking for the Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon can be found in both a flat lot comprised of crushed stone outside the park office, and in a large grassy lot just located south of the park office. Parking adjacent to the park office provides room for at least 20 cars to park, with additional spaces in the lot. Three accessible parking spaces rest just steps from the office and the All Persons accessible trail. Other trails throughout the Sanctuary are comprised of dirt, with varying grades. One of the most popular, the trail of the ledges contains steep consistent grades for over a mile, with rocky sections throughout. Many of the trails alongside Yokun Brook contain sections with bog planks.
Pleasant Valley’s two main buildings feature ADA-compliant parking and admission area, accessible educational activity spaces, and fully accessible restrooms. The All Persons Trail is a mostly flat and easy 20–30-minute walk (less than one mile) around Pike’s Pond. The trail is comprised of crushed stone and a wooden boardwalk with guardrails. Multiple benches rest alongside the trail. When the Nature Center is open, resources available to borrow on your visit include a rollator, Freedom Chair, walking/hiking sticks, printed trail booklets, and binoculars.
Accessible Restrooms located in the Barn Building.
Wooden benches on the boardwalk section of the All Persons trail, overlooking Pikes Pond.
Three accessible parking spaces located adjacent to the Park Office and All Persons Trail.
A ramp leads up to the Sanctuarys education center, which is occasionally open to the public, and offers additional accessible restrooms.
Ramp leading up to the Park Office.
A rollator, which available at the park office to borrow upon request.
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.
