Lenox Mt & Pleasant Valley, Lenox MA

• 4-star hike • 3 mile loop • Moderate | Gain 970 feet • Lenox, MA | Western Region . Pike's Pond reflecting Lenox Mountain. Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary sits on the slopes of Lenox Mountain. While the sanctuary features roughly seven miles of trails, the loop to Lenox Mountain’s summit and fire tower is its most demanding hike and actually crosses outside the sanctuary's official boundaries near the top. For the best experience, hike the loop clockwise starting from Pike's Pond via the Trail of the Ledges. Heading clockwise puts the steepest section on the uphill leg, making it easier and safer to navigate. The Trail of the Ledges climbs steadily through hardwood forest, gaining most of its elevation in the final stretch toward the summit. While the trail includes a couple of brief rock scrambles, it shouldn't present any major difficulties for reasonably fit hikers. Trail Options Expand KMZ · Google Earth · ⬤ 4★ Pleasant Valley to Lenox Mountain 2.9 mi loop, moderate, gain 930…