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Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation
4.8 ★★★★★ 871 Google reviews · Running trail in South Deerfield, Massachusetts · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation'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.
Hiking trails & an auto road ascend the summit, where a picnic pavilion affords mountaintop views.
What runners say about Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation
“After an almost 15-20 minute climb, you can enjoy the beautiful view of the woods and the Connecticut river .”
“If you have family or partners who needs a easy walk, please take auto road or the path heading towards to north.”
North side trail is short, a little steep, but easy. Kids can do it too. Ample parking to drive up as well. Great views of the valley, small observation tower, picnic tables, bathrooms etc.
Mount Sugarloaf is a a great hiking area with a variety of paths, from steep to moderate, and a paved road to the top. It's centrally located in the Pioneer Valley in the town of Deerfield. The steep path has a few heart-pounding spots with narrow footing and steep drop offs.
Mt. Sugarloaf St. Reservation is a great place to hike or take the drive up the southern peak. There is also a northern peak with hiking trails. I have hiked both mountains numerous times and both have great views.
This is my favorite hike to see the fall foliage of the pioneer valley. I grew up in this area and went to umass so it is an annual tradition. Well maintained trails and roads
Trail conditions & character
“It's 5 dollars and it's worth it the view alone is amazing and we were celebrating with our brothers and sisters(church family)”
“Walking down via “steep” trail is truly not a thing for senior adults, the path is not only slippery but also quite steep to take.”
“The observation building at the top has restrooms and two levels for viewing the beautiful landscape below.”
“We went there when the auto road is open, but many cars were piping up for the parking lot at the summit, so we just took a walk up.”
“Mount Sugarloaf is a a great hiking area with a variety of paths, from steep to moderate, and a paved road to the top.”
“We hiked from Ground level parking to the summit.”
Plan your run at Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websitemass.gov
- Phone+1 413-665-2928
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