Are dogs allowed on Chapel Ledge?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Chapel Ledge but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Chapel Ledge?

No, Chapel Ledge does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Chapel Ledge?

Chapel Ledge is rated easy. It is 0.9 miles long with 322 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Chapel Ledge suitable for kids?

Yes, Chapel Ledge is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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EasyOut and Back

Massachusetts

Chapel Ledge

Ashfield, Massachusetts

0.9 mi

Distance

322 ft

Elev. Gain

27m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Chapel Brook of Franklin County, Massachusetts, is a tributary of the South River and the name of a 173-acre (70 ha) open space preserve located along the brook. The brook, est. 3.79 mi (6.10 km) long, is located in southeast Ashfield and southwest Conway. It drains into Poland Brook, thence into the South River, the Deerfield River, the Connecticut River, and Long Island Sound. The Chapel Brook reservation, managed by the non-profit conservation organization The Trustees of Reservations, is located in Ashfield and contains Chapel Falls, a series of three waterfalls on Chapel Brook, measuring 10 feet (3.0 m), 15 feet (4.6 m) and 20 feet (6.1 m) high; and Pony Mountain est. 1,400 feet (430 m), a 100-foot (30 m) open granite cliff face and popular recreational rock climbing site.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:364 ft

Max:431 ft

98 ft

97 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.