Introductory Hike: Bash Bish Falls
Bash Bish Falls, Massachusetts’ tallest waterfall, crashes 60 feet into a rocky gorge once shaped by ancient glaciers. The surrounding cliffs, carved from resilient metamorphic rock, offer clues about the area’s tectonic past. A moderate hike from the Upper Falls trailhead leads to stunning views and a chance to reflect on how water, stone, and time shape the land. What makes these rocks so resistant to erosion? Observing the falls and nearby ledges can deepen a connection to geology while sparking questions about landscape change, biodiversity, and deep history underfoot.
