*Please note the Notchview Ultra-marathon will be the weekend of 9/10 – 9/12 on the Circuit trail loop.

Mountain biking in the Berkshires just leveled up! Notchview Reservation is piloting a NEW mountain bike offering, running from August 13 to October 17. With over 15+ miles of terrain, mountain and gravel bikers can now enjoy parts of the Hoosac Range in the Berkshire Hills, and around Judge’s Hill, the highest point at 2,297 feet. The terrain is family friendly and offers something for everyone – mostly easy to intermediate with several options for advanced riders.

Two-month Access Pass: August 13 – October 17  Purchase Access Pass

Purchasing this mountain biking pass will directly support Notchview – working to design, maintain, and monitor the trails for future use. 

This trial period will allow the Trustees to assess the environmental impact of mountain biking on the trail system, in hopes of expanding our recreational offerings at Notchview and other Trustees properties in future years. Please be respectful and take care of our trails and habitats so we can continue grow and bring you more mountain biking in the Berkshires in the future!

• Member Discount: $15 (2 month access)
• Non-member: $25 (2 month access)
• Your Access Pass will be sent within the confirmation email. Pass must be printed out or accessible from your phone. 
• To become a Trustees Member, with access and discounts to all 120 of the Trustees properties, please click HERE.

By purchasing this pass, you agree to abide by the mountain biking rules and regulations set forth by the Trustees. 

Mountain Biking Rules: Every rider acknowledges that mountain biking involves the risk of significant injury. Knowledge and caution can reduce the risk. For your safety and the safety of others, please adhere to our rules below:

• Protect yourself: Helmets and protective equipment are strongly recommended on all trails.  
• Ride in control and within your ability level: You must be able to stop and avoid other people or objects. You must understand bike signage and trail progression.  
• Obey signs and warnings: Stay on marked trails. Do not cut switchbacks and keep off closed areas. 
• Protect our habitat and trails: There are closed trails to mountain bikes only, due to their persistently wet condition, habitat protection or inaccessibility for maintenance purposes.  
• Inspect trails and features: Conditions change constantly on trails and features. Please do not bike during or immediately following a rain.  
• Share the trails: Avoid riders and hikers ahead of you. They have the right of way. Yield to other riders when entering a trail.  
• Be visible: Do not stop where you obstruct a trail or are not visible from above.  
• Cooperate: If you are involved in or witness a collision or accident, you must identify yourself to the local authority. 

*Riders must carry their access pass when biking at Notchview. Passes may be revoked at the discretion of The Trustees if the rider fails to comply with the regulations governing this use at Notchview. 

Enjoy mountain biking in the Berkshires at Notchview!