Set amidst more than 1,000 lush acres in the Berkshires, Pleasant Valley’s varied trails wind through forests, meadows, wetlands, and along the slopes of Lenox Mountain, making this site an excellent location for easy-to-strenuous hiking. While exploring, there’s a good chance you will see evidence of the sanctuary’s most visible wildlife resident, the beaver, via dams, dens, or lodges.
Our 7 miles of well-marked trails include three popular loops to explore. Details & map >
Please be sure to review all visitor guidelines, including leaving dogs at home. See guidelines >
In July 2021, damaging winds from a severe thunderstorm blew down approximately 10 acres of trees on Lenox Mountain. The regeneration of the forest at Pleasant Valley will take decades.
Libby Herland joined the Berkshire Sanctuaries Advisory Committee in January 2018 just a few months after retiring from a career dedicated to conservation.
At our camps in Lenox and Pittsfield, campers ages 3–17 have fun and make friends as they discover nature through trail explorations, wildlife observation, outdoor play, hands-on activities, and more. Registration is now open!