Welcome to Monument Mountain

Welcome to Monument Mountain. play . explore . wander. , More than 20,000 hikers a year explore these pale boulders, cliffs, and ledges. Most routes up the mountains are steep, but the spectacular views of Mount Greylock and the Catskill Mountains of New York State afforded from the 1,642-foot summit are worth the effort. Watch for hawks and even the occasional bald eagle soaring gracefully above the serene landscape. Monument Mountain's geology is equally remarkable, it is composed predominantly of pale quartzite, rising abruptly above the Housatonic wetlands and river valley., What you should know: ,

🍃 Open from sunrise to sunset, April 1 - December 1; Closed in winter , 🍃 A basic level of fitness is required to handle the 720-foot elevation gain to the peak. Wear sturdy shoes and bring plenty of water. , 🍃 Rocky cliffs provide great views, but be careful! Rock faces have sheer and sudden drop-offs, and wet conditions can make for slippery footing. Serious injuries and deaths have occurred here. Stay on the trail, watch your footing at all times, and keep an eye on children and pets. , 🍃 Rock climbing is not permitted.

, We are on the traditional homeland of the Stockbridge-Munsee Mohican Nation. , Monument Mountain is a sacred site of the Mohican Nation, whose people thrived for thousands of years in territory that extends throughout today's Berkshire County and the Hudson River Valley before being displaced by European colonists. This popular peak was likely named for the immense sacred stone "monument" created by the Mohican people, tribal members placed stone offerings imbued with their prayers here. Though the tribe is now based in Wisconsin, members carry on the tradition of offering stone prayers when they visit Monument Mountain to this day., Thanks for visiting today! , Monument Mountain has been protected by The Trustees since 1899. The Trustees is Massachusetts' largest conservation and preservation organization. We are a nonprofit supported by members, friends, and donors., Become a member today, get free or reduced admission (including parking) at our more than 100 reservations across the state, plus discounts on programs and events, at our gift shops, and more!, With your support as a Member, we can continue to keep special places like Monument Mountain open to the public, forever.