Mount Greylock Magic Triangle

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Magic Triangle
May 31st @ 10:00 am 4.5 mile loop
Parking at Jones Nose parking area on Rockwell Road in New Ashford, 4.0 miles north of the Mount Greylock Visitor Center. Drive Rockwell Road from the Visitors Center ( 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MA 01237) continue for four miles, and you will see the Jones Nose Parking area on your right.
Hike Rating: Strenuous (first mile is the Jones Nose climb) 4.5 mile loop

Join DCR Interpretive Guide Mike Whalen and the Western Mass Hilltown Hikers as we explore the lofty Nose of Mount Greylock along the Magic Triangle. This classic 4.5-mile, 3-trail loop starts at the Jones Nose parking area, follows the steep 1.0-mile Jones Nose Trail to the Appalachian Trail on the crest of Saddleball Mountain, continues east on the A.T. and wraps up the triangle along Old Adams Road. Stops include stunning vistas and the rustic Mark Noeppel Campsite Shelter. Hike is strenuous with an initial elevation gain of 800 vertical feet and includes rugged trail conditions. Leave-No-Trace trail stewardship ethics and historical commentary on the Appalachian Trail will be offered. Suitable for ages 12 and older. Wear sturdy waterproof shoes and dress for the weather. Bring a lunch, water and trekking poles.
Please Register per car load on https://westernmasshilltownhikers.ticketleap.com Maps and bottled water provided. Well behaved dogs allowed. Event is volunteer lead. More details are on www.hilltownhikers.com . Please email westernmasshilltownhikers@aol.com or call/text 413-302-0312 if you have any questions. As always be prepared for rocks, mud and roots, bring hiking poles!
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