Monument Mountain Reservation Parking — Attraction in Great Barrington

From this parking place there are two paths, one leading left, the other right. Information is available. One hike was indicated as 'two hours', but we did it in half the time. Easy walk, but if you want to access the lookout point, you may have to climb some rocks. Wonderful view, even as the valley was filled with clouds. Herman Melville hiked here with Hawthorne. Recommended. (Don't forget the insect repellent in summer, as we did.) No facilities, there is a fee to park (we walked from the...

I have always liked monument mountain. It's a pretty good hike depending on which route you take. Well more the order that you take the routes. Go up the blue trail if you want an easy or hike and then down the yellow trail. But going up the yellow trail can be a bit strenuous. Then the red trail which goes to the peak is very strenuous and not for everybody but still easy enough cuz it's not that long. But if you come please keep your dog on a leash as people don't seem to pay attention...

Monument Mountain has some of the best views in all of New England. This is a tough climb so make sure you're prepared. The parking lot is small so go early...and there's a fee. Bring your reading glasses to the kiosk because it's hard to read the small display. Each time I went, there was a park Ranger who explained the trails and talked of some hidden gems along the way. They'll ask you to wear your mask...