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Appalachian Trail, Benedict Pond and the Ledges

Date and Time

Tuesday, November 19, 2024, 9:30AM

Location

Monterey,
Massachusetts, Berkshires,
MA

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Overview

Join me for a beautiful but strenuous hike on the Appalachian Trail from Route 23 to the Ledges. We climb from Route 23 to the Ledges, stop for a break and enjoy the view. We retrace our steps and stop at Benedict Pond for lunch. We can then decide if we want to walk around the pond or simply retrace our route back to the trailhead (now all downhill!). Elevation gain is around 1000 feet. Mileage around 6 miles including a walk around the pond. Bring food, water, poles if you use them and maybe microspikes? Dress in layers and wear closed toed shoes with a good tread. More information on gear neared the hike date!

AMC Trip Policy

Cost

Free

Driving Directions

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AT parking lot on Route 23 at the Great Barrington/Monterey border.

benedict pond

Activity

Hiking

Offered By

Western Massachusetts

Status

Open

Difficulty

Vigorous

Audience

Adults (18+)


Leader





I lead most of my hikes in the Berkshires and CT River Valley.