Hilltop Orchards |
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Richmond, MA US
Contact Info / Directions
(413) 698-3301 / (800) 833-6274 |
| KM of TRAILS |
8/km |
| Trail Fee? |
Yes |
| Ski Rental? |
Yes |
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About Hilltop Orchards
200 acre property, beginner and intermediate trails throughout the gently sloping orchard. Back woods sking as well - intermediate to expert. Hilltop Orchards – home of award-winning Furnace Brook Winery -- has a cross country ski and snowshoe center including a new 1.7km loop through the back country designed by Olympian John Morton. Set on 200 gently sloping acres, trails will be groomed within the orchard for both classic and skating-style skiing and snowshoeing. The scenic 20-mile views into the southern Berkshires are breathtaking! Visitors tell us they love the backcountry experience. One trail leads to a giant hemlock forest. Skiers and non-skiers alike are welcome: Warm up by the natural stone fireplace in the Barrel Room complete with 52" flat screen TV. FREE tasting of Furnace Brook Wines. Farm Winery Store, featuring hot cider, fresh baked goods and cheeses. Open Fri-Sun 9am-5pm. Guest of owner's Garden Gables Inn in Lenox ski free.
Fast Facts:
Trails Groomed? Yes
Groomed for Skate Skiing? Yes
Has Rental Skis? Yes
Is There a Trail Fee? Yes
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Hilltop Orchards Tickets Prices / Hilltop Orchards Trail Fees
Prices last updated 10/28/2009.
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Weekend |
Weekday |
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Half Day |
Full Day |
Half Day |
Full Day |
| Adult |
10.00 |
10.00 |
10.00 |
10.00 |
| Senior |
10.00 |
10.00 |
10.00 |
10.00 |
| Junior |
10.00 |
10.00 |
10.00 |
10.00 |
More About Rentals
Snowshoe rentals on site at Hilltop Orchards, Cross country ski rentals available at nearby ski shops.
Hilltop Orchards Mountain Stats
| Mountain |
Terrain |
Season/Hours |
| Summit |
1,300 Ft / 396 M |
| Base |
1,100 Ft / 335 M |
| km of Trails |
8/km |
| Annual Snow |
51" / 130cm |
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Season:
From 11/15/2009 to 3/31/2010 |
| Sunday: |
9am-5pm |
| Monday: |
closed |
| Tuesday: |
closed |
| Wednesday: |
closed |
| Thursday: |
closed |
| Friday: |
9am-5pm |
| Saturday: |
9am-5pm |
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Cross Country Skiing Lessons at Hilltop Orchards
Call ahead to schedule a private lesson with one of our instructors, both with extensive experience and a true love of the sport! Call John at 413-822-1681 or email him at mashman@berkshire.rr.com.
Ski Racing Programs at Hilltop Orchards
Upon request.
Improvements This Season at Hilltop Orchards
New 1.7km loop added, twists and turns through the back country - designed by Olympian John Morton.
Dining Around Hilltop Orchards
Lenox is about 10 miles from Hilltop Orchards and offers the largest concentration of restaurants in one walkable area in the Berkshires.
Bars and Nightlife Around Hilltop Orchards
Lenox, Pittsfield and Lee all have restaurants with bars.
Hilltop Orchards Lodging, Hotels, and Condos
Guests of the owner's beautifully maintained historic Inn in the heart of Lenox Village ski FREE. The Garden Gables Inn has 17 well appointed rooms, many with fireplaces. Amenities include flat screen cable TV, spa robes, Aveda products, full country breakfast and afternoon sherry. A guest pantry is stocked with beverages and freshly baked cookies. Lenox Village is steps from the Inn with the area's best restaurants, galleries and shops. A lovely retreat set back on 5 tranquil acres.
Directions to Hilltop Orchards
Located at:
508 Canaan Rd./Rt 295
Richmond, MA 01254
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