Monterey
Monterey, or “Green Woods” as it was then called, was established in 1735 to help develop a wilderness trail, and was the original settlement of Tyringham. In 1847, the southern portion of Tyringham became Monterey, named after one of Zachary Taylor’s victorious battles in Mexico. Originally an industrial center with factories, mills and a thriving fur industry, the town metamorphosed into a summer resort town and today has a creative, independent, artistic flair.
Hiking Trails
Appalachian Trail
A marked hiking trail extending between Springer Mountain in Georgia and Mount Katahdin in Maine, running through many towns in the Berkshires.
South Egremont
MA
01258
413.528.8002
www.appalachiantrail.org
Mount Hunger
Gem of Monterey Preservation Land Trust, on 385 acres and open to the public, miles of trails, stunning views, historic sites and a great variety of natural landscapes.
Mount Hunger Road
Monterey
MA
01245
info@mplt.org
www.mplt.org
Historic Homes
Bidwell House and Gardens
Elegant Georgian saltbox, authentically restored, filled with antiques, on 192 acres of beautiful grounds and hiking trails. Memorial to Columbus Day.
Art School Road
Monterey
MA
01245
413.528.6888
bidwellhousemuseum.org
Libraries
Lighter Fare
Harvest Barn Bakery & Café
Delicious breads, pastries, coffee and tea. We offer Gould Farm maple syrup, honey, cheddar cheese and eggs. In summer we sell vegetables from our gardens.
100 Gould Road
Monterey
MA
01245
413.528.1804
www.gouldfarm.org
Nature Preserves
Beartown State Forest
12,000 acres for outdoor enthusiast. In summer; hiking, swimming, paddling, mountain biking. In winter; snowshoe, cross country ski, snowmobile or hunt.
69 Blue Hill Road
Monterey
MA
01245
413.528.0904
www.mass.gov