High Ledges Wildlife Sanctuary
42°37′13″N 72°42′20″W / 42.62028°N 72.70556°W / 42.62028; -72.70556Area 587 acres (238 ha) Created 1970 Operated by Massachusetts Audubon Society Hiking trails 5 miles Website High Ledges Wildlife Sanctuary
High Ledges is a wildlife sanctuary located in Shelburne, Massachusetts. The 587-acre (2.38 km2) property, located on the northern portion of Massaemett Mountain, is owned by Massachusetts Audubon Society.
One of the highlights of the sanctuary is the vista known as High Ledge. The cliff overlooks Shelburne Falls and areas to the west, including Mount Greylock. The sanctuary's wildflower blooms include the Yellow lady's slipper.[1]
External links
- High Ledges - Mass Audubon
- High Ledge - FranklinSites.com Hiking Guide
- Favorite Places: High Ledges Wildlife Sanctuary Rich in Orchids, Ferns - MassLive
References
- ^ Burk, John S. (2021). Massachusetts trail guide : AMC's comprehensive guide to hiking trails in Massachusetts, from the Berkshires to Cape Cod (11th ed.). Boston, Massachusetts. p. 158. ISBN 978-1-62842-130-9.
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