About McLennan Reservation |
594 acres |
Venture into a rugged and remote tract of forested hills and wetlands at the edge of historic Tyringham Valley.
What makes McLennan Reservation a special place?
Round Mountain and its neighbor, Long Mountain, form the backdrop for the McLennan Reservation, nearly 500 acres of forested hills and wetlands at the southeastern end of Tyringham Valley. In the saddle between these 1,500-foot elevations lies Hale Pond, created when Camp Brook is periodically dammed by beavers.
From the entrance, a 1.5-mile trail follows the graceful rises and dips of this densely forested landscape before reaching the high plateau and Hale Swamp. The trail is moderate in difficulty, with some strenuous sections, but it pays off in striking views of unspoiled wilderness.
The reservation was once part of the Ashintully estate, whose gardens are located at the southern end of the valley and comprise another Trustees reservation: Ashintully Gardens.
Trails
1.5 miles of moderate hiking, strenuous in places.
When to Visit
Open year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of 1.5 hours.
Regulations & Advisories
- Seasonal hunting is permitted at this property subject to all state and town laws. Learn more about hunting on Trustees properties. Wear bright colors during the November - December deer hunting season; avoid wearing or carrying anything that is white.
- Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times.
Directions
Fenn Road
Tyringham and Otis, MA 01264
Telephone: 413.298.3239
E-mail: westregion@ttor.org
Latitude: 42.2215
Longitude: -73.1757
Get directions on Google Maps.
From Mass Turnpike (1-90), take Exit 2,
Rt. 20 East. Take 1st right onto Rt. 102
West. Turn left onto Tyringham Rd. After
2.5 mi., continue onto Main Rd. After 3.7
mi., turn left onto Fenn Rd. (dirt road)
and park along the road. Walk up Fenn Rd.
0.5 mi. to entrance.
Admission
When to Visit
Year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of 1.5 hours.
Admission
Free to all.
Fees and Permits
Seasonal hunting is permitted at this property subject to all state and town laws. Learn more about hunting on Trustees properties.
Property History
Property Acquisition History
Gift, with endowment, of John S. McLennan in 1977, 1978, and 1991.
Volunteer Opportunities
There are no volunteer positions at this reservation at this time; please check again later or click here to find other opportunities near you.
Work Parties
There are no work parties at this reservation at this time; please check again later or click here to find other work parties near you.
Maps and Resources
At present, a downloadable trail map is not available for McLennan Reservation.
Planning Your Visit
Before You Go
We encourage you to visit as many Trustees properties as you can.
Wherever your travels take you, please observe all posted regulations, follow special instructions from property staff, and keep in mind the Stewardship Code:
- Protect wildlife and plants.
- Guard against all risk of fire.
- Help keep air and water clean.
- Carry out what you carry in.
- Use marked footpaths and bridle paths.
- Leave livestock, crops, and machinery alone.
- Respect the privacy of neighboring land.
- Enjoy and share the landscape with others.
Click on links below for further visitor information:
Tell Us What You Think
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Announcements & Alerts
No advisories at this time.
Upcoming Things To Do
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