Hiking Committee

Upcoming Activities

AT Hike Series 2026 Section 7

Section 7: Main St Tyringham to Rte 20 (8.5 miles). Elevation change: 975 ft. Rain date June 28. The hike begins at the trail crossing on Main St in Tyringham, MA. The trail enters a peaceful forest of rolling hills with occasional clearings with scenic views of the Tyringham Valley. The trail continues through dense forest, with gradual ups and downs and as you near Rte 20, the terrain becomes slightly rockier with occasional roots. The descent leads to the road crossing at Rte 20 in Lee, MA, near the Mass Pike (I-90).

Holyoke's Historic Canals and Dam Tour

Join the park interpreter for a 2-hour walk along Holyoke's canal system. Explore the history of this fascinating planned industrial city. Tour starts with a bit of historical background. Along our route see headraces, tailraces, intakes, a Boyden Turbine assembly, flywheels, and get an eyeball tour of the Holyoke dam complex. Maps of the canal system are available. Distance: 2.0 miles.

New England Trail of Massachusetts - Section 15

Join us for a hike of Section 15 of the New England Trail. Approximately 6 miles of meandering terrain, this hike will start and end at Lake Wyola, Shutesbury, MA. We will venture through scenic woodlands and old woods roads over to Wendell State Park where we will check out Ruggles Pond and Lynn Falls and then loop back to Lake Wyola. No car spotting!

AT Hike Series 2026 Section 8

Section 8: Rte 20, Lee to County Rd (5.8 miles). Elevation change: 800 ft. Rain date: July 5. This 5.8-mile trail offers a rewarding mix of scenic beauty and physical challenge with an 800-foot elevation gain. The journey begins on Rte 20 and quickly crosses Yokum Pond/Becket Rd. The trail then ascends steadily, reaching Becket Mountain at 2175 feet, before continuing its climb toward the summit of Wailing Mountain. Along the way, hikers pass by the serene and beautiful Finerty Pond and cross the gently flowing Mountain Brook. The route culminates on County Rd.

Race Brook Falls Trail to Mt Race

From the parking lot, we will follow the Race Brook Falls Trail to the Appalachian Trail (~1.9 miles), crossing the stones below Race Brook Falls and meandering through the Race Brook Falls campsite. Once on the Appalachian Trail, we will head south to the summit of Mt Race (~1.0 miles) for 360 degree views.

AT Hike Series 2026 Section 9

Section 9: County Rd to Blotz Rd (7.3 miles). Elevation change: 245 ft. This trail begins with a short but steady climb to the summit of Bald Top Mountain, offering rewarding views before leveling out along a ridgeline. Hikers traverse the expansive and picturesque October Mountain State Forest, winding through a mix of hardwoods and evergreens that provide shade and a peaceful atmosphere. The route passes the October Mountain Shelter, a popular rest stop for thru-hikers, before crossing Pittsfield Road in Becket.

NH Hikes: North Pack and Pack Monadnock

Summit North Pack and Pack Monadnock out and back from the north. On a clear day enjoy views from both summits with the opportunity to climb the fire tower on Pack Monadnock during lunch. Distance is approx. 7.5 miles with 2,150 elevation gain. Moderate pace with breaks for viewpoints, interesting flowers, wildlife and photos.

Clam River Hike

This trail, which consists of 2 loops and north south section called Wolf Pine Trail, travels along 2 rivers, Clam River and Buck River. We will traverse the Buck and Clam Rivers and look for the remnants of a dam, a foundation, and old stone walls.

A.T. Backpacking from CT border to Shays' Monument

Have you ever wanted to section hike on the Appalachian Trail (A.T.)? Join us for a weekend backpacking adventure along the A.T. from the CT border into the Berkshires — where mossy ravines, rushing waterfalls, and ridgeline views make each mile feel earned.

AT Hike Series 2026 Section 10

Section 10: Blotz Rd to Dalton Gulf Rd (8.5 miles). Elevation change: 956 ft. This section of the Appalachian Trail blends forested ridgelines with an urban passage through Dalton, MA. The trail begins with a brief climb to the summit of Warner Hill, where hikers are rewarded with sweeping views of the surrounding valleys. From there, it follows a gentle ridgeline, passing through a mix of woodlands before reaching the Kay Wood Shelter. The journey continues over the rolling terrain of Day Mountain before descending toward Dalton. In contrast its typical wilderness setting, the trail winds through the town to Gulf Rd.

AT Hike Series 2026 Section 11

Section 11: Dalton (Gulf Rd) to Ashuwillticook Rail Trail in Cheshire (8.0 miles). Elevation change: 1180 ft. Rain date: July 26. Section 11 of the AT series offers a mix of forested climbs, scenic ridgelines, excellent wildflower viewing at Gore Pond, and a small amount of walking back into town. Starting from Gulf Rd in Dalton, the trail passes by Crystal Mountain Campground before ascending North Mountain, a moderate, steady climb that rewards hikers with forested views. The trail then winds through The Cobbles, a geologic formation offering stunning panoramas of the Hoosiers River Valley. Descending into the town of Cheshire, the trail follows a mix of roads, including Furnace Hill Road, East Main St, and Main St, before reaching Railroad St, the location of the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail.

AT Hike Series 2026 Section 12

Section 12: Cheshire Ashuwillticook Rail Trail to Greylock Summit (8.5 miles). Elevation change: 2500 ft. Rain date: August 2. The journey begins on the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail, following Church Street and School Street, passing landmarks such as the Father Tom Campsite and the Big Cheese Monument before crossing Rte 8 and Outlook Ave. From here, the trail takes on a strenuous and steady climb up Mt Greylock, the tallest peak in MA at 3,491 feet.

New Member Hike at Chesterfield Gorge

This hike at the Chesterfield Gorge is designed to give new members a chance to get outdoors, meet fellow members, learn more about AMC, and receive an introduction to group hikes. The hike will be led by two AMC-trained leaders and an AMC staff member. While this hike is designed for new members, all are welcome.

AT Hike Series 2026 Section 13

Section 13: Summit of Mt Greylock to Rte 2/State Rd, North Adams (6.3 miles). Elevation change: 2800 ft. Rain date: Sunday, August 9, 2026. This northernmost section of the MA AT features a long, steady descent from the summit of Mt Greylock (3,491 ft) to the valley below. The trail first descends toward Mt Williams, offering occasional viewpoints, continuing past the Wilbur Clearing Shelter, thence on to Mt Prospect, another scenic ridge along the route. The trail descends steeply past the Mt Williams Reservoir. As the trail nears North Adams, it transitions from the forested ridges to more developed terrain, following Phelps Avenue to Rte 2 (State Road), where there is an AT trail parking area.

AT Hike Series 2026 Section 14

Section 14: Rte 2 to VT border (8.2 miles). Elevation change: 1760 ft. Rain date: August 16. This section marks the transition from MA to VT with a challenging but rewarding ascent. Beginning at Rte 2, the trail climbs steeply through dense forest, passing the Sherman Brook Campsite. As it winds through Clarksburg State Forest, the path offers a mix of rugged terrain and shaded woodlands before reaching Eph's Lookout, a scenic viewpoint with expansive vistas. The journey continues to the Vermont border.