Stephen and June Skorupski Woodland Preserve
Purchased in 2015, this parcel contains 70 acres of beautiful, early successional woodlands, wetlands and endangered species habitat. The property is laced with old stone walls, evidence of the pastures and farmland of long ago. The forest was harvested in 2012 and provides an example of forest renewal and succession. This property provides hiking trails in the northwest corner of town and nearby Silverbell Farms serves ice cream in season. A short connector trail through Silver Bell gives access to the Crane Hill Conservation Area in Wilbraham.
Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.
About The Property
Owned By: Town of Monson
Location: Silver St, Monson, MA
Acreage: 70 acres
Conserved: 2016
Trail Information
Trail: This property offers two trails.
Red Trail: Experience this 1.3-mile loop trail near Monson, Massachusetts. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 33 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, and it’s unlikely you’ll encounter many other people while exploring. This trail travels through a quiet forest and crosses Maxwell Brook at two points. There are some benches along the way to stop and rest at and enjoy the sights and sounds of the woods.
Blue Trail: This short .3-mile trail follows the east side of Maxwell Brook offering views of the brook and wetlands as it meanders through a shady stretch of Hemlock and White pine. This trail bisects the Red trail and offers a shorter adventure with less elevation change.
Directions: North of 305 Silver St, Monson, MA, GPS coordinates: 42.14141, -72.384710
Parking: There is ample parking in a gravel lot at the trailhead.
Contact for More Information: The Monson Conservation Commission
Phone: (413) 668-0022
Address: 110 Main Street Monson, MA 01057 United States
