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Pocumtuck Rock
Deerfield, MA

Trailheads, measurements, times, distances, and maps are all approximate and relative to the hike(s) as shown below.
The Pocumtuck Ridge Trail near the abandoned Deerfield Academy ski area
The Pocumtuck Ridge Trail near the abandoned Deerfield Academy ski area

Trail was damp in places from rain earlier in the day. Took the trail proper up (goes past the abandoned Deerfield Academy ski area) then went direct down the access road on the way out. Nice views as the fog started to burn off.

Hike Ratings
Getting To Trailhead: Easy
Destination: Pocumtuck Rock
Length: Easy
Steepness: Moderate
Navigation: Moderate
Views: Excellent
Crowds: Minimal


Hike Stats
Date Hiked: Tuesday, September 10, 2013
Parking Elevation: 537'
Destination: Pocumtuck Rock
Time Elapsed: 00:15
Trailhead Elevation: 537'
Summit Elevation: 852'
Vertical Gain: 430'
Hike Time Elapsed: 00:33
Hike Vertical Gain: 450'


The start of the access road on Pine Nook Road
The start of the access road on Pine Nook Road

The abandoned Deerfield Academy ski area
The abandoned Deerfield Academy ski area

Looking at Deerfield from Pocumtuck Rock - Click to enlarge
Looking at Deerfield from Pocumtuck Rock

Sunset from Pocumtuck Rock - Click to enlarge
Sunset from Pocumtuck Rock

Topographic map of Pocumtuck Rock


Directions to trailhead: Take Pine Nook Road to the top of the ridge. There are a few places to park near the gate.

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