• Fall 2023 detour: the 8A bridge in Charlemont is clost for repairs. Follow detour signage for 8A south
• From Boston, Eastern Massachusetts: Take Route 2 West to Charlemont, MA.  Then, take Route 8A South 6 miles to West Hill Road. Turn Right and continue up the hill for one mile.
• From Hartford, Most of Connecticut: Take I-91 to Route 2 in Greenfield, MA. Then take Route 2 west to Charlemont, MA. Next, take Route 8A south 6 miles to West Hill Road. Turn right and continue up the hill for one mile. 
• From New York City: Drive to Hartford, Connecticut, then follow directions above.

Note: From Northampton, Hartford or New York City, you may be able to save a few minutes by taking back roads as shown on the map above. More turns are involved, and the roads may be less well maintained in winter weather.

Beware! Some computer map programs or GPS devices will suggest routes that involve roads which have been closed for decades! Cross reference GPS directions with this map

Also - The last mile is very steep. The town does a great job maintaining West Hill Road but the driving can get tricky during snow/ice storms. If you need to arrive during these weather events, you should visit the trail report for road conditions.  Overnight guests should contact us if bad weather threatens.