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Mount Washington State Forest, Mount Washington, MA

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Mount Washington State Forest

Hike the South Taconic Trail to the 2,250-foot summit of Alander Mountain or find the tri-state boundary stone in the far corner of Massachusetts.

545 East St., Mount Washington, MA 01258 · Mount Washington, MA

About Mount Washington State Forest

Mount Washington State Forest covers 4,619 acres of the southern Taconic Mountains where Massachusetts meets New York and Connecticut, next to Bash Bish Falls State Park. More than 30 miles of trails, including stretches of the Appalachian Trail, serve hikers, riders, mountain bikers and skiers. The South Taconic Trail climbs to the 2,250-foot summit of Alander Mountain, and the Mount Frissell Trail passes the stone marking the three-state corner. Parking is free, but only in the lot at headquarters on East Street.

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