Mount Tom State Reservation facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mount Tom State Reservation
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Mount Tom State Reservation Location in Massachusetts
Location	Hampden, Hampshire, Massachusetts, United States
Area	1,967 acres (7.96 km2)
Elevation	627 ft (191 m)
Established	Unspecified
Operator	Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation
Website	Mount Tom State Reservation

Mount Tom State Reservation is a cool natural area in Massachusetts. It's found in the Connecticut River Valley, just north of Springfield. This reservation is known for its amazing variety of plants and animals. It also has tall cliffs and beautiful, wild landscapes. The reservation covers the Mount Tom Range and is a great place to explore nature.

Fun Things to Do at Mount Tom

Mount Tom State Reservation offers many exciting activities. You can visit all year round!

Outdoor Adventures for Everyone

• Hiking: There are many trails to explore, including part of the long Metacomet-Monadnock Trail. This trail is about 110 miles (177 km) long!
• Picnicking: Pack a lunch and enjoy a meal outdoors with family and friends.
• Water Fun: You can go canoeing and fishing in the reservation's waters.
• Winter Sports: When it snows, try cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, or even ice skating.
• Scenic Drives: Some roads are open seasonally for driving through the beautiful scenery.

See Amazing Birds of Prey

Mount Tom is a very special place for watching birds. It's a popular spot to see raptors during their yearly migrations. Raptors are birds like hawks, eagles, and falcons. They fly south for the winter and north for the summer. Mount Tom gives them a perfect resting spot.