Explore Massachusetts' Berkshires At This Underrated State Park
By Melissa Mahoney|Published June 27, 2022
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Melissa Mahoney
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I'm an east coast girl living in a west coast world. I grew up in New England before moving to SoCal for several years. I then lived in NYC or a year before moving to AZ in 2009. I worked in the entertainment industry for many years of my adult life and have a deep love for photography, writing, and traveling around the U.S. as well as to far-flung locations around the world. Travel is my life and writing about it is a dream!
Throughout the Bay State, you can stumble upon a wonderful state park that allows all who visit to spend time in nature. Whether it’s hiking, swimming, camping, or birdwatching, the ways we can enjoy our state parks are seemingly endless. While certain parks like Bash Bish Falls State Park or Wompatuck State Park are pretty popular, you may want to visit the underrated Wahconah Falls State Park in Massachusetts sometime. Situated in the Berkshires, it’s a peaceful way to explore the area.
Located in the Berkshires in the town of Dalton, Wahconah Falls State Park is a small park that offers a lovely escape into nature.
At just 48 acres, this charming state park offers hiking, fishing, and picnicking. Here you will find Windsor Reservoir and an absolutely beautiful waterfall.
While Wahconah Falls are lovely throughout the year, it is fullest in early spring as the snow is melting. There is an easy, half-mile loop trail you can take to view it.
In the fall, the trees start to turn into the crimson and golden colors the Berkshires is known for. But it is wonderful to explore Wahconah Falls State Park any time of year.
Make a plan to go for a hike, take a picnic with you, and enjoy the forest, Wahconah Falls, and the peace and quiet you'll encounter at this underrated state park in the Massachusetts Berkshires.
Wahconah Falls State Park in Massachusetts is an underrated park you should visit next time you want to spend time in nature. To learn more, visit the Wahconah Falls State Park web page.