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Roaring Brook Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Running trail in Williamstown, Massachusetts · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Roaring Brook Trail'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.
What runners say about Roaring Brook Trail
“Beautiful Berkshire wooded trail with bridged water crossings and fully maked to match and meet the Greylock Reservation's trail system and campground.”
I hiked the Roaring Brook to Deer Hill Trail to the waterfall. The falls were partially frozen (it was the end of December) and really beautiful. A few tricky spots, ice near the top (I used microspikes) and 1535 ft of elevation. 10-15 cars can fit in the parking lot at the trailhead. A great 3 hour winter hike.
This is a beautiful trail that’s relatively easy to hike. You’re always close to the water which is a lot of fun, and it’s dog-friendly!
Beautiful Berkshire wooded trail with bridged water crossings and fully maked to match and meet the Greylock Reservation's trail system and campground. There is a parking lot that holds approximately 10 vehicles. Dog walking is a popular activity at this site. The scenery and babbling brook are spectacular✨️
A great hike! Star on Roaring Brook trail then left on Stoney Ledge and up to the top. Great views await, then loop through the campground and down via Roaring Brook. Don't forget to stop down Deer Hill Trail ( deer something...) For the waterfall!
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful Berkshire wooded trail with bridged water crossings and fully maked to match and meet the Greylock Reservation's trail system and campground.”
“It is marked as for hiking and cross country skiing, but we see no way for skiers to do any of the inclines as they are way too steep.”
“Trails are marked relatively well and there is parking for about 12 cars.”
Plan your run at Roaring Brook Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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
- Websitemass.gov
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–11 PM |
Running trails near Williamstown
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Stony Ledge
4.8 ★★★★★ 41 reviews
Hiking area with a family-friendly campground including a lean-to shelter.
Wilbur's Clearing Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 11 reviews
