Mount Greylock State Reservation

Accessible
Dogs Allowed

Details of Mount Greylock State Reservation

Overview of Mount Greylock State Reservation

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 for Mount Greylock State Reservation

Park is open dawn to dusk

Visitor Center Hours

Open daily 9:00AM - 4:00PM

Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas

Auto Road

Auto Roads are OPEN for the SUMMER SEASON

Auto Roads will be open for the spring/summer/fall season from May 20, 2023 to Oct. 29, 2023

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

The Mount Greylock Visitor Center remains accessible to ALL VEHICLES

Parking at Mount Greylock State Reservation

Parking available

Activities at Mount Greylock State Reservation

A person walking through trails.

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
A person snowmobiling through snow-covered trails.

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 at Mount Greylock State Reservation

  • Camping
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Hiking
  • Hunting
  • Mountain biking
  • Snowmobiling
  • Educational programs

Facilities at Mount Greylock State Reservation

  • 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 for the Summer Season)
  • Visit Bascom Lodge for more information

Accessibility at Mount Greylock State Reservation

  • Accessible educational programs
  • Accessible restrooms
  • Accessible scenic vista
  • Accessible trail
  • Accessible Visitors Center

Restrictions at Mount Greylock State Reservation

  • 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 for Mount Greylock State Reservation

Hiking mileage brochure

Fall foliage driving routes

Find park programs and events

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)

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