- This page, Mount Greylock State Reservation, is offered by
- Department of Conservation & Recreation
- Universal Access Program
Mount Greylock State Reservation
Details
Overview
At 3,491 feet, Mount Greylock is the highest point in Massachusetts. From its peak on a clear day, you can see as far as 90 miles away. No matter when you visit, there's plenty to do and see.
Hours
Park is open dawn to dusk
Visitor Center Hours
Open daily 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
Auto Road
Auto Roads open May 17 to October 30, 2025 (weather permitting)
The Mount Greylock Visitor Center remains accessible to ALL VEHICLES
Veterans War Memorial Tower and Bascom Lodge open May 24, 2025
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
Parking available
Activities
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Hiking
The trails at Mount Greylock Reservation vary in difficulty from casual to extremely difficult. Examine the trail map to see which is right for you. -
Camping
Sperry Road Campground is CLOSED for renovations -
Snowmobiling
During the winter months, ride snow-covered trails to the summit. -
Hunting
Hunters are welcome to the reservation, but some restrictions do apply. -
Group Visits
Exploring Mt. Greylock with your group can be a fun and educational experience
All Activities
- Camping
- Cross-country skiing
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Mountain biking
- Snowmobiling
- Educational programs
Facilities
- Restrooms (Visitor Center Restrooms OPEN 9am - 4:00pm)
- Scenic viewing areas
- Scenic driving
- Visitors Center OPEN Daily 9am - 4:00pm (Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas)
- Veterans War Memorial Tower open daily Memorial Day weekend to Indigenous Peoples Day (weather permitting)
- Visit Bascom Lodge for more information
Accessibility
- Accessible educational programs
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible scenic vista
- Accessible trail
- Accessible Visitors Center
Restrictions
- Hunting not allowed from May 20th to the day observed by the Commonwealth as Columbus Day, or within the War Memorial Park at any time of the year.
- Pets must be on a leash and attended at all times.
- No all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) or other off-road vehicle use on trails
- No vehicles over 22 feet in length allowed on Mount Greylock Scenic Byway.
- No drones.
- No skate or long boarding on parkway.
More info
Camping information
Sperry Road Campground is CLOSED for renovations
Camping at Mount Greylock $8/night for Massachusetts residents and $20/night for non-residents. Group camping is $35/night for Massachusetts residents and $100/night for non-residents
Resident and non resident status is determined by the vehicle license plate
Image credits:
Mount Greylock Aerial (Kindra Clinneff)
