A 583-acre BNRC reserve on a ridgeline spanning West Stockbridge, Alford, and Great Barrington, with hardwood forest, vegetated wetlands, and ridgeline views. The developed 3.2-mile Longview Loop and its trailhead sit in Great Barrington; the West Stockbridge portion of the mountain currently has no legal public access from a road inside the town.
What to expect
Hours
7:00 am to 7:00 pm daily
Accessibility
Not step-free; moderate terrain with elevation changes, uneven footing, boardwalks over wet areas, and a historic stone-walled carriage road section
Managed by
Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC)
413-499-0596 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is there an entry fee at Tom Ball Mountain Reserve?
No, entry is free.
Is Tom Ball Mountain Reserve wheelchair accessible?
Not step-free; moderate terrain with elevation changes, uneven footing, boardwalks over wet areas, and a historic stone-walled carriage road section