A 438-acre Trustees of Reservations property on the flanks of Leffingwell Hill between Mill River and New Marlborough village. A 17-acre wildflower meadow draws dragonflies and monarchs, and stone walls and cellar holes mark Leffingwell, an 1800s settlement abandoned when its farmers migrated west.
What to expect
Trails
About 2 miles of trails total, including a forest loop two-thirds of a mile around Leffingwell Hill; moderate, natural surface (woods roads and mowed paths)
Dogs
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times
Hours
Sunrise to sunset, daily
Accessibility
Not step-free; natural woodland and meadow paths.
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
The Trustees (Western Hills)
WebsiteCommon questions
Is Questing Reservation open today?
Questing Reservation is a public preserve in New Marlborough, MA. Posted hours: Sunrise to sunset, daily.
Where do I park at Questing Reservation?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Questing Reservation?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Questing Reservation?
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times
Is Questing Reservation wheelchair accessible?
Not step-free; natural woodland and meadow paths.
What rules should I know at Questing Reservation?
No mountain biking; professional photography sessions require a Contributing Level membership.