Hiking near Becket

These aren't in Becket per se, but are just a drive away.

Every year, the Berkshires draw folks from all around the country to partake in its hiking. Even the Appalachian Trail comes through here.

    • Monument Mountain (~15 min away)
      546 Stockbridge Rd, Great Barrington, MA 01230 (directions)

      A nice uphill and somewhat strenuous hike. Lots of parking, just north of Great Barrington. Pretty popular as well.

      Great Barrington, MA
    • Clam River Trailhead (~20 min away)
      35-27 Hammertown Rd, Sandisfield, MA 01255 (directions)Sandisfield, MA
    • York Lake (~20 min away)
      Forest Rd, New Marlborough, MA 01230 (directions)

      York Lake is a man-made lake that has a small sand beach that is great for swimming when the weather is hot out. There is a nice hour-long hike around the lake as well. You won't see a ton of people here but it's really nice. Has a small boat launch as well.

      New Marlborough, MA