        
 | Property Description | 594 acres | Established 1977 | Round Mountain and its neighbor, Long Mountain, form the backdrop for the McLennan Reservation, nearly 500 acres of forested hills and wetlands that comprise the southeastern end of Tyringham Valley. In the saddle between these 1,500-foot elevations lies Hale Swamp, created when Camp Brook was dammed by beavers long ago. Run-off from the swamp and its adjacent hills feeds several brooks that empty into Hop Brook. While early farmers cleared much of the forest, many old tree stands remain on less accessible slopes. From the entrance, a 1.5-mile trail follows the graceful rises and dips of this densely forested landscape before reaching the high plateau where Hale Swamp is located. The Reservation was once part of the Ashintully estate, whose gardens are located at the southern end of the valley. |
| | Trails | | 1.5 miles of trail. Moderate hiking, strenuous in places. |
| | Hunting Advisory | | Seasonal hunting is permitted at this property subject to all state and town laws. Click here for further information. |
| | Property Acquisition History | | Gift, with endowment, of John S. McLennan in 1977, 1978, and 1991. |
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Telephone:
413-298-3239 E-mail:
westregion@ttor.org When to Visit:
Year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of 1.5 hours. Admission Fees & Permits:
Free to all. Regulations / Advisories:
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times.Seasonal hunting is permitted. See details below left. How to Get There:
From Tyringham center, take Tyringham Main Road south for 2 mi. Turn left onto Fenn Road (poorly marked dirt road). Park along the road side and walk up Fenn Road one half mi. to entrance. Road Map:
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