Waterfall Hero Hikes: Bash Bish Falls

Bash Bish Falls is a 60-foot waterfall on Bash Bish Brook in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. The waterfall is located in Bash Bish Falls State Park.

Hike Length: 0.6 miles

Estimated Time: < 1 hour
Difficulty: Moderate
Location: Bash Bish Falls State Park

Trail Users: Hiking
Dogs: Must be on a leash
Features: Waterfalls (1)
Crowds: Very high
Warnings: The rocks around waterfalls are very slippery. Barricades block access to the viewing platform to prevent swimming, but this also prevents a good view for photos.
Trailhead GPS: 42.11501,-73.49164
Waterfall GPS: 42.11542,-73.49354

Directions:

From Great Barrington, head south on MA-23 west/MA-41 south for about 4 miles and turn left to stay on MA-41 south. Immediately bear right on Mount Washington Road and go 4.4 miles then turn left on East Street. Continue 0.8 miles and turn right on West Street and in 0.3 miles, turn left to stay on West Street. Drive 1.2 miles and turn right on Falls Road. Go 1.4 miles and the parking is on the left.

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Hike Description:

From the parking area, follow the Bash Bish Falls Trail as it heads down towards the creek. The trail ends at barricades that block closer access to the falls and so photo opportunities are limited.