Mount Tom State Reservation, Holyoke: Address, Phone Number, Mount Tom State Reservation Reviews: 4.5/5
Mount Tom State Reservation
Mount Tom State Reservation
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57 within 3 miles

Delaney’s Grill
398
1.1 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Steakhouse • Vegetarian Friendly

The Mick
132
1.1 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Vegetarian Friendly
The Boathouse
18
1.4 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Seafood

Abandoned Building Brewery
28
1.8 mi$

Nini's
132
2 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Vegetarian Friendly

Mt. Tom's Homemade Ice Cream
93
2.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Dessert • American
Corsello Butcheria
10
2 mi$$ - $$$ • American

Riff's Joint
146
2.2 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Pub

Kisara
20
2.1 mi$$ - $$$ • Japanese • Sushi • Asian

Barstows Dairy Store and Bakery
17
2.1 mi$ • Dessert • American • Vegetarian Friendly
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55 within 6 miles

Smith College Botanic Garden
315
Gardens

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162
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Fort Hill Brewery
33
1.2 miBreweries

Norwottuck Rail Trail
146
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16
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Skinner State Park
63
2.9 miState Parks • Parks

Dinosaur Footprints
80
2.1 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Geologic Formations

Mountain Park
4
1.2 miTheaters

Historic Northampton
114
Historic Sites • Children's Museums

Manhan Rail Trail
40
2.3 miHiking Trails
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46oceangirl
Westford, MA1,655 contributions
Oct 2020
We drove out here mid October from Eastern Mass. The foliage was unbelievable in the park, full peak. We arrived and drove by Bray Lake on the left. There were restrooms that were open. We drove further into the park, plenty of hiking trails.
We parked (playground by the hiking area) and went to Goat Peak Observation. Short hike up, pretty easy and the last 10 mins is more uphill but still easy. When you get to the top, go to the right, there is an overlook with great views of the town below. The go to the left up the stairs to the Fire Tower stairs with an even better view of what's around.
Drove back to Bray Lake, parked there and walked in the woods, a little confusing on where the trails go but we figure it out for the most part. Nice hike through the woods.
Good day here, nice views, good hikes. Next time we will come early and hike Mt. Tom.
We parked (playground by the hiking area) and went to Goat Peak Observation. Short hike up, pretty easy and the last 10 mins is more uphill but still easy. When you get to the top, go to the right, there is an overlook with great views of the town below. The go to the left up the stairs to the Fire Tower stairs with an even better view of what's around.
Drove back to Bray Lake, parked there and walked in the woods, a little confusing on where the trails go but we figure it out for the most part. Nice hike through the woods.
Good day here, nice views, good hikes. Next time we will come early and hike Mt. Tom.
Written October 29, 2020
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KTBNY
New York480 contributions
Feb 2020
We went to Mount Tom to hike to the ruins. The drive on Christopher Clark Rd. affords great views. We parked in the lot near Lake Bray. It was about an eighth of a mile to the T. Bagg trailhead. From there, it's a 1.5 mile hike to the ruins. The trails are very well marked until you get to the paved road near the ruins. While the white trail marker on the tree points you left, the ruins are up a narrow trail to the right, once you cross a parking lot. There's a sign in the lot, pointing up that trail. There's also some information about the hotel that once stood there. On the way up, there's a nice vista called Dry Knoll. There's a box on the tree that contaiins a book, encouraging hikers to write a note about their visits to Mt. Tom. There are several trails throughout the reservation to explore. The ruins of the hotel are cool. Because they're perched up high, the views through the arches are nice.
Written February 18, 2020
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SouthamptonSully
Southampton, Massachusetts, United States21 contributions
Sep 2014 • Friends
Mt Tom offers loads of trails starting and ending in Easthampton, Holyoke and Northampton. It is my favorite portion of the M&M trail which extends from CT to NH, due to the beautiful views from the cliffs looking out over Easthampton. There are several tourist points to visit including the site of the old Summit House, the WWII B17 crash site and monument and the ruins of the old Eyrie House. The mountain offers hiking for all skill levels from beginner to difficult. I often use it as a major source of cardio exercise, hiking appx. 2.5 miles with a 700 foot elevation gain and decline loop since I am only 10 minutes from the mountain. No better reward during exercise than beautiful views. Only negative is that unfortunately derelicts have defaced much of the mountain cliffs along the summit which retracts from it's natural beauty, but when you venture past this popular area the defacing decreases considerably.
Written September 25, 2014
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Kirsten L.
Boston, MA48 contributions
Jul 2014 • Friends
I grew up with mt. Tom being in my back yard and have never gotten sick of climbing the trails. If you go up the powerline trail on the back side of the mountain, it's one hell of a burn! The cliff is 900' straight down as the mountain has a rocky face that has wild blueberries on top during July. Look for them. So many different access roads and styles of hiking, be sure to get a map.
Written July 22, 2014
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NPT1975
Chicopee, MA883 contributions
Apr 2016 • Solo
this is one of the best places to hike. well marked trails. trails are maintained. I come here every season there's always something different to see great parking. there is entrance fee in the on season
Written April 9, 2016
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pbwhite
Palmer, MA201 contributions
Aug 2015 • Friends
I love hiking the Metacomet-Monadnock trail section that goes through the park. A quick climb to the top, followed by a nearly 2 mile ridge walk overlooking Easthampton. On a clear day, you can see Hartford, Mt. Greylock and Mt. Monadnock.
Not up for hiking? Take a drive to the visitor's center, and then up to the fire tower for spectacular views.
A nice play area sits right across from the visitor center if you bring the young ones.
Not up for hiking? Take a drive to the visitor's center, and then up to the fire tower for spectacular views.
A nice play area sits right across from the visitor center if you bring the young ones.
Written August 21, 2015
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Andrea O
New Orleans, LA4 contributions
Apr 2016 • Friends
I've hiked up Mt. Tom on the M&M trail many times and it is always fun and beautiful. I typically park by the old nature center and start from there. The initial climb is steep and exhausting, but after that its not as bad and there are plenty of spots to stop and look out at the view!
Written April 20, 2016
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bettieballistic
Easthampton, MA15 contributions
May 2015 • Friends
I hike this mountain quite a bit! The entrance usually has maps but the trails are marked and easy to follow. There is a lake up there, a play ground, and a tower to climb. You can hike to the infamous Star as well as the "Castle". I love how peaceful it can be up there. Plus, It's the Grinch's home which looks down onto Whoville (Or should I say Easthampton). Love, Love, Love it!
Written May 5, 2015
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boomerCA7
Boston, MA71 contributions
Oct 2014 • Friends
Mount Tom is very accessible from Holyoke and Northampton. The reservation has plenty of parking, picnic tables, and nice bathrooms. The trails are well marked, and nicely laid-out for pleasant rambling. I did the hike from Lake Bray to Mt Nonotuck--about 4 miles of easy hiking, with some very pretty views. The ruins of the Eyrie House are picturesque--a bit of gothic romance, if you're a fan. A great place to walk on a crisp fall day!
Admission to the park is just $2.
Admission to the park is just $2.
Written October 15, 2014
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Wojtunio
Easthampton, MA33 contributions
Aug 2014 • Family
There are several trails and all are interesting and not too difficult.
There were three of us - one 80 yo, and two 60 yo. We took the rim trail, then went down service road from cell antennas to quarry, and then went up quarry trail back up to rim trail and back to ranger station. All together probably at least six miles. We were tired, but enjoyed it. We saw a large black bear and a beautiful big owl. Next time we will go on a cooler day. Don't go in flip-flops! I picked up a small backpack of empty plastic bottles along the trails - not cool!
There were three of us - one 80 yo, and two 60 yo. We took the rim trail, then went down service road from cell antennas to quarry, and then went up quarry trail back up to rim trail and back to ranger station. All together probably at least six miles. We were tired, but enjoyed it. We saw a large black bear and a beautiful big owl. Next time we will go on a cooler day. Don't go in flip-flops! I picked up a small backpack of empty plastic bottles along the trails - not cool!
Written August 26, 2014
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Does it cost money to enter or drive thru?
Derek C
39 contributions
Yes, $5 for MA residents and $10 for non-residents.
brousseau17
Easthampton, MA
Is the use of a metal detector allowed on the mt tom reservation.
Paul S
Portland, OR161 contributions
Mt Tom falls under the state park rules. Nothing in these rules prohibit metal detectors, but they do not address their use, either. If all you want to do is scan the playing fields and camp sites for (lost) articles, then you are probably OK. Any other use, especially any archeology use, would require a research permit. That permitting process is explained online under the Mass.gov, state park section.
exlkate
Boston, MA
Nearby camp grounds?
Paul S
Portland, OR161 contributions
Mt. Tom has always been a day only state park. With that, there are not a lot of camp sites in the immediate area. There is a campground at the state park in Chicopee, and camping at the DAR state forest in Belchertown. Try the Campgrounds Local web site for Easthampton. If you are camping out of an RV, there are likely some KOA's in the area.
Devon Nelson
Avon, CT3 contributions
My Father was a Ski Patroller at the ski area, is the Old ski area accessible to the public, and if so, is there hiking up to the top?
John M
Fitchburg, MA150 contributions
Yes to both but hike over to the cliffs. There the views are incredible and you might see people para gliding off the top also.
Devon Nelson
Avon, CT3 contributions
My Father was a Ski Patroller at the ski area, is the Old ski area accessible to the public, and if so, is there hiking up to the top?
mariram0s
Holyoke, MA
Could there be bears around the area.?? I like to go up the hill hiking and walking and coming down jogging. But I heard yesterday that somebody saw a Bear, could that be possible.?? Any recommendations to what should you do or notify if this is true..???
lovestheheat2014
Worcester, MA56 contributions
There are most certainly bears in the area and you should keep alert. They are just doing bear things and not aggressive to most humans so enjoy any sightings and go on your way leaving them in peace. Remember to Respect their domain as it really mostly belongs to them and you are the interloper. Do no harm includes no loud noises or attempts at selfies.
Can you swim there?
Teri G
Holyoke, MA73 contributions
No the pond is good for fishing only.
Is there a gate to the entrance off Rt 5 in Holyoke and what are the hours?
sseansully
Naples, FL298 contributions
sorry, I just saw this. Haven't been on TA until today resarching Greece. Anyway, I don't recall a gate from Rt. 5 on the Mt. Tom Reservation. And I don't know the exact hours but pretty sure it's open from near sunup to near sundown.
Amy H
Chicopee, MA
Are you allowed to go do Metal Detecting on the Mt Tom reservation
Twinbrook60
Rockville, MD94 contributions
Sorry, I don't know the answer about metal detecting. You can Google their website, it's a Massachusetts State Reservation. This site does not allow me to post links.
Is there an area to camp out at mt. Tom? Also is overnight parking alllowed?
Susan P
South Hadley, MA26 contributions
No, sorry, no overnight or camping here!
Frequently Asked Questions about Mount Tom State Reservation
- Hotels near Mount Tom State Reservation:
- (1.08 mi) D. Hotel Suites and Spa
- (2.92 mi) Fairfield Inn & Suites Springfield Northampton/Amherst
- (9.26 mi) Amherst Inn
- (7.17 mi) Homewood Suites by Hilton Holyoke-Springfield/North
- (9.08 mi) Inn on Boltwood
- Restaurants near Mount Tom State Reservation:
- (1.08 mi) Delaney’s Grill
- (3.34 mi) Herrell's Ice Cream & Bakery
- (3.47 mi) Jake's Restaurant
- (1.08 mi) The Mick
- (3.37 mi) Sylvester's Restaurant