Archive for state park
| Phone: | 413-664-8345 | |
| Website: | http://www.stateparks.com/clarksburg | |
| Address: | 1199 Middle Road | |
| City, ST Zip: | Clarksburg, MA, 01247 |
Park is open May – October. Surrounding picturesque Mausert’s Pond, this northern hardwood forest offers tranquil views of the nearby mountains and an easy 3-mile Pond Loop Trail. Hiking and walking, camping, swimming, picnicking, fishing, birding, and car-top boating. Parking and camping fee.
| Phone: | 413-663-6312 | |
| Website: | http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/western/wghp.htm | |
| Address: | 115 State Street ( Route 8) | |
| City, ST Zip: | North Adams, MA, 01247 |
A former railroad yard, this urban park uses historical artifacts and exhibits to bring to life the controversial and danger-filled construction of the Hoosac Tunnel, one of the greatest engineering feats of the 19th century. The tunnel was dug 4.75 miles through Hoosac Mountain, linking Massachusetts to Albany, NY. 200 men lost their lives building [...]