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Mineral Hills Conservation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 67 Google reviews · Running trail in Northampton, Massachusetts · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Mineral Hills Conservation Area's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Expansive hillside preserve featuring striking forested landscape, seasonal creeks & hiking trails.
What runners say about Mineral Hills Conservation Area
“These folks make beautiful white hybrid wine, and extraordinary fruit options.”
“Trails are mostly well marked, I take a picture of the map and just pay attention to trail markers.”
Worth the hike, stunning views great for panoramic photos. The hills kinda reminded me of the cliffs of Insanity from the Princess Bride
Very beautiful area, allot of wilderness and nature. Long hiking trails, that go up the mountain
Good place for hiking or walking with dogs. Some area is pretty wet so good hiking shoes definitely recommend.
This is a great place to hike. DOG OWNERS: Dogs are required to be on a leash. Please be respectful of other hikers on the trails as well as out of consideration for the flora and the fauna that you may encounter.
Trail conditions & character
“These folks make beautiful white hybrid wine, and extraordinary fruit options.”
“Several different entrances, great place to take a dog for a walk/adventure”
“The old quarry at the end of Turkey Hill road is very cool so pay a visit when walking by.”
“Trails are mostly well marked, I take a picture of the map and just pay attention to trail markers.”
“Parking is not plentiful, but has never been particularly full no matter what time I go there.”
Plan your run at Mineral Hills Conservation Area
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitekestreltrust.org
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–8 pm |
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