A National Natural Landmark along the Housatonic River known for its marble and quartzite outcrops and one of North America's richest concentrations of fern species, with five miles of trails through wildflower meadows and river-bottom forest.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot included in admission
Trails
about 5 mi total easy · natural
Entry fee
$5 per adult nonmember, $1 per child (ages 6-12) nonmember; free for Trustees members.
Dogs
Pets are prohibited, to protect plants and wildlife.
Hours
Open daily, sunrise to sunset; visitor center hours vary seasonally, call 413-229-8600 to confirm.
Accessibility
Not detailed on the property's own page; general accessibility information is available through The Trustees' main site.
Canoe
Allowed ice-free months
Kayak
Allowed ice-free months
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
The Trustees of Reservations
413-229-8600 · WebsiteWhat's here
On site
Visitor Center
Seasonal hours. · seasonal
Two picnic tables
Outside the visitor center.
Common questions
Is Bartholomew's Cobble open today?
Bartholomew's Cobble is a public preserve in Sheffield, MA. Posted hours: Open daily, sunrise to sunset; visitor center hours vary seasonally, call 413-229-8600 to confirm..
No, pets aren't allowed anywhere on the property, a rule kept strict to protect the Cobble's plant and wildlife diversity.
Nonmembers pay $5 for an adult and $1 for a child aged 6 to 12; Trustees members get in free.
Where do I park at Bartholomew's Cobble?
Paid lot (included in admission).
Are there trails at Bartholomew's Cobble?
Yes. about 5 mi total. easy difficulty. Surface: natural.
Is there an entry fee at Bartholomew's Cobble?
Yes, $5 per adult nonmember, $1 per child (ages 6-12) nonmember; free for Trustees members.
Can I bring my dog to Bartholomew's Cobble?
Pets are prohibited, to protect plants and wildlife.
Is Bartholomew's Cobble wheelchair accessible?
Not detailed on the property's own page; general accessibility information is available through The Trustees' main site.
What rules should I know at Bartholomew's Cobble?
Pets are prohibited. Fishing is not permitted.