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Hiking Committee

The Hiking (formerly Outings) Committee organizes general, non-technical events such as hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and backpacking trips. We have a very long list of hiking trips. Most hikes occur on weekends, but we do have a tradition of Tuesday hiking trips as well. Check out our schedule!

Thanks to the leaders for leading this hike - what beautiful snow-covered scenery and that view of Quabbin was amazing! – Nancy

Thanks to the leaders for leading this hike - what beautiful snow-covered scenery and that view of Quabbin was amazing! – Nancy

Sometimes, in the winter, our "hiking" trips suddenly become "snowshoeing" or "cross-country skiing" trips. Such is life in New England!
We're always looking for trip leaders, especially those with new ideas for trails to hike. If you're interested, please contact our Hiking Chair.

Joining a Hike

Please read the AMC Trip Policy (PDF) before joining a trip.
Be sure to bring lunch and liquids, bug repellant and sunscreen, and clothing and footwear appropriate to the conditions. When car-pooling, please offer a contribution to the driver for fuel costs.
To find out more about a scheduled hike or to sign up, contact the leader, coordinator, or other person listed for that trip.

Upcoming Activities

Click or tap on the Register links to learn more and/or register for activities.

AT Cheshire

Location: Berkshires, MA
Date: 12‑Nov‑2024
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We will hike 3.8 miles to the Mark Noepel shelter for lunch and return the same way. Total 7.6 miles, 1431 ft of elevation gain. Email contact preferred. I will be mostly unavailable on Monday, 11-Nov-2024 so questions are preferred by Sunday evening.
We will meet at the parking area off Church St in Cheshire at the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail to consolidate cars. We will then drive a short distance to the AT on Outlook Ave.

Holyoke Revitalization Tour

Location: Holyoke Heritage State Park, MA
Date: 15‑Nov‑2024
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Discover how a city originally designed as an industrial mill town is being reimagined. Visit innovative businesses and developers that have - and are continuing to - put new life into old buildings by touring inside several locations. Easy walking tour, 1 -2 miles.
Tour is free. Meet at the Visitor Center. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Dress for the weather but rain or snow cancels. Reservation is not required, but encouraged.

Appalachian Trail: Benedict Pond and the Ledges

Location: Monterey, MA
Date: 19‑Nov‑2024
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Join me for a beautiful but strenuous hike on the Appalachian Trail from Route 23 to the Ledges. We climb from Route 23 to the Ledges, stop for a break and enjoy the view. We retrace our steps and stop at Benedict Pond for lunch. We can then decide if we want to walk around the pond or simply retrace our route back to the trailhead (now all downhill!).
Elevation gain is around 1000 feet. Mileage around 6 miles including a walk around the pond. Bring food, water, poles if you use them and maybe microspikes? Dress in layers and wear closed toed shoes with a good tread. More information on gear neared the hike date!

Holyoke Revitalization Tour

Location: Holyoke Heritage State Park, MA
Date: 22‑Nov‑2024
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Discover how a city originally designed as an industrial mill town is being reimagined. Visit innovative businesses and developers that have - and are continuing to - put new life into old buildings by touring inside several locations. Easy walking tour, 1 -2 miles.
Tour is free. Meet at the Visitor Center. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Dress for the weather but rain or snow cancels. Reservation is not required, but encouraged.

Wantastiquet Mountain Natural Area

Location: Hinsdale, NH
Date: 23‑Nov‑2024
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Explore Wantasiquet Mountain Natural Area just over the MA border in southern NH. Hike 6.5 miles on mixed terrain, moderate and steep sections with approx. 1,730 ft. elevation gain. This route features two overlooks: Stone Post View and Mine Ledge. We'll stop for lunch at tranquil Indian Pond before retracing our route.

Early AM Thanksgiving Day Hike: Mt Holyoke Summit House

Location: Hadley, MA
Date: 28‑Nov‑2024
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Whether this is your pre-holiday exercise or your social plan for the day please join AMC for a short 3-mile, approx. 900 ft elevation gain hike to the Summit House on Mount Holyoke. Enjoy the view and give thanks for the outdoors community and the trails we have close to home. Return with plenty of time to prepare for afternoon plans.

Womens+ Hike: Bullitt Preserve, Chapel Falls, and Chapel Ledge

Location: Ashfield, MA
Date: 01‑Dec‑2024
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Moderate post-holiday hike of approximately 5 miles including woods, waterfalls and the Chapel Ledge overlook on Pony Mountain.

NH Hikes: South Moat 52WAV

Location: Albany, NH
Date: 22‑Dec‑2024
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Dig out your gear and ease into the winter hiking season in the White Mountains with a trip to South Moat. On the 52WAV list, this summit offers 360 views for a moderate distance of 5-6 miles with approx. 2,100 ft. elevation gain and overall intermediate terrain difficulty. Previous winter hiking experience recommended. Experienced 3-season hikers welcome with necessary winter gear.

Pre-Holiday Mount Tom Hike

Location: Connecticut River Valley, MA
Date: 24‑Dec‑2024
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Enjoy a 3.5-mile loop with 571 feet of elevation gain, hiking on Mount Tom as we make our way up the Keystone Trail, down the Quarry Trail, and finally continue on a flatter Knox Extension ending with the Bray Valley and Bray Loop Trail. This is a moderately difficult hike due to an initial climb of one mile that includes some short steep sections. We will hike at a moderate pace. Once through the ascent it is almost all downhill to the finish. At the mid-point, there is a gradual descent that requires careful stepping due to lots of small rocks. Of course, snow cover might smooth things out.
Expect this hike to last approximately 2.5 hours. We will keep the group together and occasionally stop for typical reasons such as snack breaks or change of apparel. Appropriate clothing and footwear required for winter hiking, including micro-spikes. Weather conditions such as steady rain or snow cancels.

Winter Adventure: Cardigan High Cabin With Overnight

Location: Alexandria, NH
Date: 14‑Jan‑2025 ➢ 15‑Jan‑2025
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Mount Cardigan is one of the "52 with a View" peaks. If you like great hiking, socializing, and "roughing it" in winter (but not too rough), this trip is for you! On this weekday trip, we'll hike up to High Cabin from the AMC Cardigan Lodge. Once we are settled in, we will enjoy a group meal and some star gazing (dependent on the weather). The plans are to stay the night.
The cabin has bunks, a wood stove, a basic kitchen, and a privy. We can finish hiking the mountain the next day before heading down. Full winter gear will be required for the hike. Your leaders will try and help you with this. A gear list will be provided. There is a reservation fee which must be paid prior to being confirmed on the trip.

Activity Schedule

All activities are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Check activities on outdoors.org for up-to-the-minute additions not yet shown here. Not all activities may be posted yet.
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