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Monument Mountain Reservation

Details unconfirmedPreserve · Great Barrington, MA
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The Trustees of Reservations' signature Berkshires hike, a quartzite ridge on Route 7 climbed by three connecting trails to Squaw Peak (Peeskawso Peak) for sweeping valley views. It is a genuine destination hike, busy on fall-foliage weekends, not a casual park stroll.

What to expect

Parking
Paid lot · unconfirmed
Trails
Mohican Monument Trail (1.5 mi, easier, historic route), Hickey Trail (0.83 mi, most direct and strenuous), and Peeskawso Peak Trail (0.62 mi, the connector…
Entry fee
Free
Dogs
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times.
Hours
Open daily, sunrise to sunset.
Accessibility
Not documented as accessible; trails involve elevation gain and natural, sometimes rocky footing.
Managed by
The Trustees of Reservations 413-298-3239 · Website

Common questions

Is there a fee?
Trustees members park free; nonmembers pay a $10 day-use parking fee at the Route 7 lot.
Where do I park at Monument Mountain Reservation?
Paid lot ($10/day (nonmembers); free for Trustees members).
Is there an entry fee at Monument Mountain Reservation?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Monument Mountain Reservation?
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times.
Is Monument Mountain Reservation wheelchair accessible?
Not documented as accessible; trails involve elevation gain and natural, sometimes rocky footing.
What rules should I know at Monument Mountain Reservation?
A basic level of fitness is required to reach Peeskawso Peak; trails are natural-surface with real elevation gain.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (accessibility, hunting season). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Sourced 2026-08-03. Official source. Updated 2026-09-13.