In western Massachusetts and northern Connecticut picturesque is the Housatonic Valley. Located in the valley are over 130 miles of some of the finest trails and scenery in the northern United States. Although beautiful in the fall of this hike is not for beginners and offers the most difficult terrain like the landscape.
When it comes to hiking Housatonic Valley, we are really talking about travel about 130 miles from the legendary Appalachian Trail. Although this part of the itinerary is difficult and must be respected. Hikers will experience significant changes in elevation of about 225 feet above 2500 feet, steep and rocky trails treacherous.
Given the difficult and unpredictable in the region, it is preferable to make contingency plans and are well prepared. Arrange transport of supplies and return to your starting point should be made well in advance. Although there are temporary shelters along the road would be desirable not to make assumptions that will be available when you get there, and you can not book. Packing your own tent all means spend the night there is a necessity.
The south side of the track in the valley of the river begins in Connecticut and provides an opportunity for quality nature photography immediately. Travelers can enjoy both the views of the cliffs above and near the Housatonic River and, depending on the season, the oaks lose their leaves.
There is an unfortunate statement to reality once you Housatonic State Forrest as he remembered how they really are to civilization. But as we are about to leave the state of Connecticut, is one of the most amazing places along the route. The highest peak in Connecticut is a tour that offers a spectacular view overlooking three states. The tower offers some of the best shots along the road.
As you cross the border from Massachusetts you be challenged by the altitude, but the reward is worth it. As it rises will have his first chance to see the road side waterfalls. Once you along the top edge of the magnificent view seems to run forever.
After a brief visit to some lowlands will be exposed in very quiet sections of the track. From now on everything will stay in an isolated forest and enjoy the beauty of nature without exploding. You must keep a watchful eye as you travel from several local landmarks, including beartown State Forrest and several ponds well known. Passage ponds opportunities life can present a prepared traveler. Enjoy what you can while you’re here, because to go in October State Park to be rare.
Leave the Housatonic Valley and Mount Greylock approach you can expect more challenging terrain along this section of the track. Guess Bascom Lodge and the famous War Memorial welcomes the tired and weary traveler. This is as good as any a place to relax and remember why you took the time to enjoy natures demand.
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