Tyringham Cobble - Jerusalem Road,
Two miles of trails, including a section of the Appalachian Trail, pass over the twin knobs of Tyringham Cobble offering spectacular views of Tyringham Valley and at the southern end of the valley, the marble columns of Ashintully. Wildflowers,
blackberries, blueberries and wild strawberries grow in clearings and open meadows. Hop Brook meanders along the northern edge of the reservation.
The word "cobble" comes from the German word kobel or koble, meaning rocks. The term usually applies to a rounded , exposed rocky hill or knoll of moderate elevation That is formed of bedrock. There is a parking lot off of Jerusalem road for visitors, where there is an information sign. The trail is a 2 mile loop, moderate hiking, strenuous in places. It is open year round.
More information including the history of the Tyringham Cobble may be found on the web site of the
Trustees of Reservations.
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