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Hiking in Massachusetts

Bartholomew's Cobble

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Trails: 6 miles of trails on and around 500 million year-old rock outcroppings, known locally as cobbles. The rocks are a National Natural Landmark and there is a natural history museum.
Access fee: $4 adult, free for Trustees of Reservations members (2003)
Nearest town: Ashley Falls, MA
Trail map: Available at the visitor center or from the Trustees of Reservations ($1)
Web site: Trustees of Reservations
Points of interest: Marble and quartzite outcrops, 240 species of birds. In early spring wildflowers such as purple trillium and Dutchman's breeches blanket the area.
Other activities: Programs are offered such as canoeing, tracking, snow shoeing, natural history tours, workshops and slide shows.
Lodging:
Camping: None
Weather forecast: Pittsfield
Tourism info: Berkshire Visitors Bureau
Getting to the trail: See the directions on the Trustees of Reservations website
Map of local region: Ashley Falls

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