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- Department of Conservation & Recreation
Appalachian Trail
Details of Appalachian Trail
Overview of Appalachian Trail
Appalachian Trail runs 2175 miles, stretching from Georgia to Maine. The trail provides a continuous green pathway through a chain of mountains and hills. Of the vast trail way, 90 miles is home to Massachusetts. Traveling over Mount Everett in the south, all the way up and through Mount Greylock in the north. The Appalachian Trail provides offers hiking for both the long-distance or day hiker.
Hours for Appalachian Trail
Park is open dawn to dusk
Visitor Center Hours
Open daily 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
Auto Road
Auto Roads are scheduled to open for the 2024 SEASON on Saturday, MAY 18th, 2024
Bascom Lodge and the War Memorial Tower are scheduled to open for the 2024 SEASON on Saturday, MAY 25th, 2024.
The Mount Greylock Visitor Center remains accessible to ALL VEHICLES
NOTE - NEW VEHICLE RESTRICTION: Vehicles greater than 22 feet in length are prohibited from travelling on the Mount Greylock Auto Roads and to the Summit
Parking at Appalachian Trail
Daily parking fees
| MA resident | $5 |
| Non-MA resident | $20 |
Activities at Appalachian Trail
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Hiking & walking
The Appalachian Trail is perfect for long-distance or day hikes. Trails run along scenic ridges and down through sprawling valleys. -
Backpacker Shelters
Overnight camping available at designated shelter and campsite locations. For more information visit - https://www.amc-wma.org/at-hiking
All Activities at Appalachian Trail
- Hiking
- Camping
Facilities at Appalachian Trail
- Scenic views
