Mount Norwottuck

Mount Norwottuck is a summit in the Holyoke Range with steep cliffs and rocky ledges formed from ancient basalt. The peak rises significantly above the surrounding landscape and creates dramatic vertical walls along its sides.

A professor from Amherst College named the peak after a Native American term referring to a nearby village. Caves beneath the summit later became refuge locations during an armed conflict in the late 1700s.

The name refers to a historical village that once stood nearby in the lowlands. Today, the peak remains a landmark that connects visitors to the region's past through its native origins.

Multiple hiking trails lead to the summit, with routes varying in length and steepness. Plan to spend enough time for the full hike and wear proper footwear for the rocky terrain.

The summit creates distinct temperature zones between its hot upper slopes and cool ravines. This supports the growth of plant species found nowhere else in the state.

Location: Massachusetts

Made from material: igneous rock

GPS coordinates: 42.30532,-72.51086

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:09