A privately run outdoor-recreation center on FirstLight Power's pumped-storage mountain, with about 26 miles of hiking trails past hemlock groves, old quarries, and Rose Ledge in summer and a groomed cross-country ski network in winter. It is not town or DCR land.
What to expect
Trails
About 26 miles of hiking trails (including the White Trail to the historic Richardson-Zlogar Cabin) and 25+ miles of groomed cross-country ski trails. Fat…
Dogs
Dogs are allowed leashed and must be cleaned up after during the hiking season. During ski season, dogs are excluded from trails except on designated Wednesdays in February when leashed dogs are allowed.
Hours
Hiking trails open mid-May through early November. Cross-country ski/snowshoe trails open in winter when snow cover allows, Wednesday-Sunday 9:00am-4:30pm. Visitor Center restrooms are accessible year-round via the 2nd-floor lounge. The…
Accessibility
Disabled guests are directed to use the service entrance for Pavilion access.
Managed by
Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center (FirstLight)
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On site
Visitor Center (2nd floor lounge)
Pavilion, 156 Pine Meadow Road
8 picnic tables
Info kiosk
Auditorium and Yurt also on site for programs.
Common questions
Is Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center open today?
Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center is a public park in Northfield, MA. Posted hours: Hiking trails open mid-May through early November. Cross-country ski/snowshoe trails open in winter when snow cover allows, Wednesday-Sunday 9:00am-4:30pm. Visitor Center restrooms are accessible….
Can I bring my dog to Northfield Mountain?
Yes, leashed, during the hiking season (mid-May to November). Dogs are barred from ski trails in winter except on specific Wednesdays in February.
Is there a fee to hike at Northfield Mountain?
Hiking itself is free. The fee structure only applies to guided cross-country ski and snowshoe trail use in winter.
Can I bring my dog to Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center?
Dogs are allowed leashed and must be cleaned up after during the hiking season. During ski season, dogs are excluded from trails except on designated Wednesdays in February when leashed dogs are allowed.
Is Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center wheelchair accessible?
Disabled guests are directed to use the service entrance for Pavilion access.