Hoosac Trail Trailhead
Hoosac Range
North Adams, MA
Snowshoeing | Hunting | Hiking
Western Summit Mohawk Trail, North Adams, MA
Managed by
Berkshire Natural Resources Council
Part of
Hoosac Range
Allowed Uses & Features
Information
- Dogs allowed - Leashed
- Free
- Parking
- Scenic View
A view of North Adams from the summit.
A view from the summit.
Brush on the side of the trail.
The trail going through the woods;
- Public Land
- Private Land
- Bus Route
- Trail
- Major Trail
About Western Summit
The Western Summit is a family-friendly overlook with panoramic scenic views of the Berkshires. Visitors can see west toward North Adams, Williamstown, and New York. The outlook also provides an excellent vista of Mount Greylock: the tallest mountain in Massachusetts. When cool weather arrives, these mountains erupt with the yellows and oranges of fall foliage. Then, since the outlook faces toward the west, there is a fantastic view of the sun when it sets over the Taconic Crest.
This vista also serves as a trailhead for the Mahican-Mohawk Trail, which is a 1.5 mile trail. On its way west, the hiking trail leads down a steep slope toward Route 2. This section of the path is overall strenuous and leafy, making it a great challenge for experienced hikers.
Going east, on the other hand, hikers will arrive at the Hoosic Trail Trailhead. This well-established path travels through a dense forest toward numerous scenic overlooks. Visitors can go backpacking and camping along this section of the Mahican-Mohawk Trail, which continues east to Charlemont.
Visitors should park in a small lot on the side of Route 2, just before it descends to the Hairpin Turn. Picnic tables rest at the vista, supplying ample space to relax and eat while looking over Western Massachusetts.
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Accessibility Assessment
Features- Accessible Parking
This site features designated handicap parking spots next to the scenic overlook. There are two parking lots, an upper, gravel lot, and a lower, paved lot with the designated handicap spots. The trail is not accessible, nor does it allow wheels on the trail. The overlook has a small cafe with an accessible entrance. There are non-accessible picnic tables by the overlook.
The lower parking area, with a designated handicap spot by the overlook.
The upper parking area, gravel.
The picnic tables by the overlook.
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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.
