When springtime comes around in New England, one of the best ways to embrace it fully is to take a scenic drive. The Mount Greylock Scenic Byway is one of the most versatile mountain drives in Massachusetts, and will take you to the summit of the highest peak in our state. This beautiful drive is 16.3 miles total, and will take you about 2.5 hours with various interesting stops at the at the summit of Mount Greylock. If you’d rather admire the springtime sights from your car, the trip will only take you 35 minutes! The route starts in Adams and extends into Williamstown, with plenty of sights to see along the way. Get ready for a beautiful spring drive through the mountains on the Mount Greylock Scenic Byway.
Welcome to Mount Greylock Scenic Byway!
Google Maps This marvelous scenic drive is one of the most versatile drives in our state, and it truly comes alive in the springtime. Whether you want to take a short drive to the summit of our tallest mountain, or want to stop at the sights along the way, this drive is perfect for any occasion.
This incredible drive starts in Adams and takes you through the mountains.
Brian Bumby / Moment via Getty Images At 16.3-miles long, with a few different routes, you can choose your own adventure. This scenic drive extends into Williamstown.
Upon this drive, you’ll feel like you’re in the likes of Pennsylvania and Maine without ever leaving Massachusetts.
Mount Greylock State Reservation/Facebook The ecological system within Mount Greylock is unlike anywhere else in our area. The elevation makes for an interesting ground for all kinds of different plant life, and this truly comes alive in the spring. You’ll feel like you’ve traveled to the forests of Maine without even traveling over an hour.
Mount Greylock is one of our states most beautiful treasures, and stopping at the summit is a must.
Sarah Kastner / STOCK4B via Getty Images This mountain is home to Massachusetts’ tallest peak at 3,491 feet. It’s also home to the first wilderness park that we’ve ever had, and from the top of the peak you can see as far as 100 miles. There’s truly nothing in New England quite like Mount Greylock, which makes driving through it a treat unlike any other.
Of course, there are plenty of other stops along the way.
wakr10 / iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images From art to state parks and historical landmarks, there are incredible gems of nature and history upon this scenic byway. For such a short drive, there are endless possibilities. For a full list of every attraction on Mount Greylock Scenic Byway, click here.
While it can take a couple of hours to take this drive with all of the stops, it’s only over 30 minutes if you just want to drive through.
AlbertPego / iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images There’s nothing like taking a quick drive upon a mountain byway in the springtime. This is a drive you can take time and time again, and with each changing season it’s a different experience. If you liked this drive in the springtime, you’ll love it in fall.
Spring is here, and one of the best ways to embrace spring in Massachusetts is by taking a drive. Mount Greylock Scenic Byway is a nature drive unlike any other, and so much more.
jdwfoto / iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images To learn more about Mount Greylock State Reservation, you can visit the Mass.gov website right here.
Have you ever taken a drive to the summit of Mount Greylock in the spring? What other Massachusetts hidden gems do you love? We’d love to hear about your suggestions and experiences in the comments, and don’t forget to then go share photos from your Massachusetts outdoor adventures with us in our Massachusetts Nature Lovers group on Facebook, or by tagging us at #onlyinmassachusetts on Instagram for a chance to be featured! If there’s another scenic drive that you’re particularly fond of, you can nominate it, and we may feature it in an upcoming article.
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This marvelous scenic drive is one of the most versatile drives in our state, and it truly comes alive in the springtime. Whether you want to take a short drive to the summit of our tallest mountain, or want to stop at the sights along the way, this drive is perfect for any occasion.
Brian Bumby / Moment via Getty Images
At 16.3-miles long, with a few different routes, you can choose your own adventure. This scenic drive extends into Williamstown.
Mount Greylock State Reservation/Facebook
The ecological system within Mount Greylock is unlike anywhere else in our area. The elevation makes for an interesting ground for all kinds of different plant life, and this truly comes alive in the spring. You’ll feel like you’ve traveled to the forests of Maine without even traveling over an hour.
Sarah Kastner / STOCK4B via Getty Images
This mountain is home to Massachusetts’ tallest peak at 3,491 feet. It’s also home to the first wilderness park that we’ve ever had, and from the top of the peak you can see as far as 100 miles. There’s truly nothing in New England quite like Mount Greylock, which makes driving through it a treat unlike any other.
wakr10 / iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images
From art to state parks and historical landmarks, there are incredible gems of nature and history upon this scenic byway. For such a short drive, there are endless possibilities. For a full list of every attraction on Mount Greylock Scenic Byway, click here.
AlbertPego / iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images
There’s nothing like taking a quick drive upon a mountain byway in the springtime. This is a drive you can take time and time again, and with each changing season it’s a different experience. If you liked this drive in the springtime, you’ll love it in fall.
jdwfoto / iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images
To learn more about Mount Greylock State Reservation, you can visit the Mass.gov website right here.
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