Amc’s Best Day Hikes in the Berkshires: Four-Season Guide to 50 of the Best Trails in Western Massachusetts

The Berkshire Mountains of western Massachusetts feature some of the best hiking in the state, whether you’re looking for a rugged Appalachian Trail trek or a quiet stroll through scenes from the region’s history. This fully revised and updated edition of AMC’s Best Day Hikes in the Berkshires features hikes stretching from Mount Greylock south to Bash Bish Falls, all completable in a day or less. The variety of trips means that adventurers of all skill levels and abilities can find the perfect hike for them. And with the at-a-glance trip planner and handy icons, you can easily pinpoint the ideal hike for you, whether you’re looking for a hike that is universally accessible; great for kids; provides opportunity for fishing, swimming, snowshoeing; or more.

John S. Burk is an outdoor writer, photographer, and historian from central Massachusetts. His other books include AMC’s Massachusetts Trail Guide and Best Days Hikes in Central Massachusetts.

René Laubach has written seven books on natural history and has written for AMC Outdoors, Audubon, Sanctuary, and many other publications.