Mount Greylock, Adams MA

• 4-star hikes • 3 to 7 mile options • Moderate | Gain 640 to 2,280 feet • Adams, MA | Western Region . Drive or hike to the Veterans War Memorial Tower. Mount Greylock is the highest peak in Massachusetts, rising above the surrounding Berkshire hills. Hikers reaching the summit find sprawling lawns, views stretching into four neighboring states on clear days, and two historic landmarks: Bascom Lodge and the Veterans War Memorial Tower. The Appalachian Trail crosses directly over the peak, connecting Greylock's summit to extensive trail networks running north toward North Adams and south toward Cheshire. Several trails ascend the mountain from various trailheads, guiding hikers along rushing brooks, scenic ridgelines, and old ski routes. For those who prefer not to hike, a paved auto road offers motorists and cyclists access to the same summit and views from May through October. Trail Options Expand KMZ · Google Earth · ⬤ 4★ Gould Trail 5.7 mi out & back, moderate, gain 2,140 ft GPX…