CANCELED – July Hike at Big View

Date/Time
Date(s) - Jul 18th, 2023
9:00 am - 11:00 am

Location
Big View

Framed by fall-colored trees, the blueish hills of the Holyoke Range are seen in the middle distance from the top of a hill. This event has been canceled due to poor air quality.

Find sweeping valley vistas on a 1.5-mile hike at Big View in Williamsburg. This hidden Hilltown gem features views of Mount Tom, the Connecticut River, and even Mount Monadnock when conditions are right! We’ll climb to the viewpoint and enjoy refreshments, the scenery, and each other’s company.

This hike is appropriate for all ages, including children who are accompanied by an adult. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome.

Accessibility

Trail Distance: 1.5 miles out and back
Slopes: Average 25%, Minimum 7%, Maximum 53% – This trail is moderate with a few steep sections.
Trail Surfaces: Old woods road and forest trails with potential for roots, rocks, and mud.
Seating: Several (really lovely!) benches are available at the viewpoint.
Surfaces: Old woods road and forest trails with potential for roots, rocks, and mud.
Bathroom: There are no bathroom facilities at this location.
Parking: Gravel and dirt trailhead.
Public transportation: Public transit is not available to the trailhead. Contact us if you are interested in coordinating a carpool.

To be respectful of those with allergies and environmental sensitivities, we ask that you please refrain from wearing strong fragrances.

We’re happy to discuss your access needs for this event! For questions and accommodation requests, please reach out to sarah@hilltownlandtrust.org or call (413) 628-4485 ext. 6.

Cost

This hike has a sliding scale suggested donation of $0-25. Your donation supports future programs like this at HLT.

To become a member of Hilltown Land Trust for the year, make a gift in any amount to support our efforts to conserve and care for ecologically valuable land in the Hilltowns.