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'''Mount Washington State Forest''' is a scenic state forest in the southern [[Taconic Mountains]] of the southwestern [[Berkshires|Berkshire region]] of [[Massachusetts]]. It has 30 miles of trails for hiking, as well as offering wilderness camping, fishing, horseback riding trails, and cross-country skiing. [[Bash Bish Falls State Park]], featuring the Bish Bash Fall with an 80 foot drop, lies entirely within the forest. |
'''Mount Washington State Forest''' is a scenic state forest in the southern [[Taconic Mountains]] of the southwestern [[Berkshires|Berkshire region]] of [[Massachusetts]]. It has 30 miles of trails for hiking, as well as offering wilderness camping, fishing, horseback riding trails, and cross-country skiing. [[Bash Bish Falls State Park]], featuring the Bish Bash Fall with an 80 foot drop, lies entirely within the forest. |
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The forest protects {{convert|300|acre|ha}} of [[old growth forest|old growth]] [[Northern hardwood forest]] in separate areas<ref name = "OldGrowthEastUS"> |
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==Recreational opportunities== |
==Recreational opportunities== |
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Revision as of 14:23, 12 October 2012
Template:Geobox Protected Area Mount Washington State Forest is a scenic state forest in the southern Taconic Mountains of the southwestern Berkshire region of Massachusetts. It has 30 miles of trails for hiking, as well as offering wilderness camping, fishing, horseback riding trails, and cross-country skiing. Bash Bish Falls State Park, featuring the Bish Bash Fall with an 80 foot drop, lies entirely within the forest.
The forest protects 300 acres (120 ha) of old growth Northern hardwood forest in separate areas.[1]
Recreational opportunities
- Wilderness Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding Trails
- Hunting (Restrictions)
- Mountain Biking
- Picnicking
- Restrooms
- Scenic Viewing Area
- Skiing (Cross-Country)
- Walking Trails
See also
References
- ^ Mary Byrd Davis (23 January 2008). "Old Growth in the East: A Survey". Retrieved 2008-12-31.
External links
- Mount Washington State Forest, Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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