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Easy hikes and walks in Franklin County

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Exploring Franklin County on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in Franklin County. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: October 28, 2025

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1. Poverty Mountain via the Poverty Mountain Trail, Ridge Run, and Middle Access Road loop — Amherst

6.97km

01:59

150m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Totem Trail – Mohawk Trail State Forest

3.81km

01:20

220m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Atkins Reservoir and the Old M and M Trail loop — Amherst Watershed Land — Amherst

7.22km

01:59

120m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. South Sugarloaf Mountain loop from Sunderland

2.73km

00:53

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Massamet Mountain Fire Tower loop from Shelburne Falls

4.36km

01:36

290m

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6. View of Deerfield River Valley – Dutch and Mary Barnard Trail loop from Shelburne

4.32km

01:14

100m

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7. Hiking loop from Sunderland

4.85km

01:28

170m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Bridge of Flowers – Iron Bridge loop from Shelburne Falls

5.55km

01:35

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Atkins Reservoir loop from Cherry Hill Cohousing

3.02km

00:48

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Mount Toby loop from Leverett

5.46km

01:47

260m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in Franklin County

1. Poverty Mountain via the Poverty Mountain Trail, Ridge Run, and Middle Access Road loop — Amherst

2. Totem Trail – Mohawk Trail State Forest

3. Atkins Reservoir and the Old M and M Trail loop — Amherst Watershed Land — Amherst

4. South Sugarloaf Mountain loop from Sunderland

5. Massamet Mountain Fire Tower loop from Shelburne Falls

6. View of Deerfield River Valley – Dutch and Mary Barnard Trail loop from Shelburne

7. Hiking loop from Sunderland

8. Bridge of Flowers – Iron Bridge loop from Shelburne Falls

9. Atkins Reservoir loop from Cherry Hill Cohousing

10. Mount Toby loop from Leverett

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