Located in the Berkshire Mountains region of western Massachusetts, this loop encompasses the tallest peak in Massachusetts and passes over a number of other named peaks in the range. There are multiple designated campsites with facilities. The trailhead begins and ends at the Hopper Road Trailhead and offers numerous connected nature trails and detours to explore and discover.
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| Mount Greylock | |
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| Location | Berkshire County, Mass. |
| Coordinates | 42.655560, -73.205454 |
| Max El. | 3,491ft+ |
| Difficulty | 6/10 |
| Popularity | Very High |
It can not be stressed enough to plan accordingly for venturing out into the wilderness whether it is for a multi-day backpacking trip or even for the simplest of day hikes. An innocent stray off course and an easy overlook of essential gear can result in disaster with life threatening consequences in an instant, even for the most avid backcountry trekker.