So, with the benefit of only an hours drive we didn't leave Chicopee until a little after 8am. Drove up via the Mass Pike and I290. The return journey by way of Rtes 2 and 202 was less hectic and ten miles shorter!

We parked in the ski lodge parking lot which was virtually empty it being pre-ski season. Karen and Lisa decided on a last minute bathroom break so while they made use of the facilities I enquired about trail maps, the one culled from the guidebook was a little sparse on detail. The gentleman that showed me where to pick up the trail map suggested a slightly different loop. Said it was a favorite of his.

So, without further ado... the hike...