A hilly forest on Northampton's western edge with a dozen marked trails circling an abandoned rock quarry, ridge-top views toward Mount Holyoke, wetlands, and beaver ponds. Kestrel Land Trust helps the city maintain it, and the numbered trail junctions make it easy to navigate without getting lost.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
12 marked, numbered trails circle an old quarry and climb to ridge-top overlooks
Dogs
Dogs must be leashed and owners must pick up after them
Managed by
Northampton Office of Planning & Sustainability, with Kestrel Land Trust
413-587-1262 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed
Common questions
Are there trails, and how long or hard are they?
Twelve numbered trails connect into a network that circles the old quarry and climbs to ridge views; expect moderate, sometimes rocky terrain rather than a flat stroll.
Where do I park at Mineral Hills Greenway?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Mineral Hills Greenway?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Mineral Hills Greenway?
Dogs must be leashed and owners must pick up after them