Mount Holyoke Range State Park, State park in Hampshire County, Massachusetts.
Mount Holyoke Range State Park is a protected natural area featuring a ridge system that runs through diverse habitats and landscape types. Streams, wetlands, and forest sections create different environments throughout the park.
Land acquisition for the park started in the 1940s as a conservation effort for the region. Intensive preservation work in the 1970s expanded the protected area to its current size.
The park serves as a gathering place for hikers and nature lovers throughout the region who use the trails seasonally. Local communities value it as an outdoor recreation hub that connects people to the landscape.
The park has multiple entry points with parking and restroom facilities at each location. Most trails are clearly marked, though difficulty levels vary from easy to moderate to challenging sections.
The Seven Sisters trail is a multi-summit route covering significant elevation gain across its distance. This path has become a training favorite for local runners seeking a challenge beyond typical park trails.
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