This hike has all the best parts of a great hike, it gives you a good workout, is well cleared but you are just off the beaten path, and at the top, an outstanding view! Good for picnics and recommended for families(maybe not small children). Will definitely be hitting this one again!
Karen S.
Place rating: 5 Swansea, MA
Black Cap Trail is a relatively easy hike with a huge reward at the end. The views from the top are just spectacular. Take Hurricane Mountain Road off of Route 16 near the Intervale Scenic Vista. The Parking lot will be on the right near the summit of the road. Warning — this road is steep and winding! The trail is well marked and is approximately one mile in each direction. It is a slow, gradual climb with a lot of tree roots in the beginning that eventually give way to scattered rocks and then to all rock on the summit. If you are not an experienced hiker or do not have the proper gear(I fall into both of these categories) I would not attempt this when the ground is wet as it can be slippery on a good day. It’s a good hike Spring through Fall, but hiking it in the Fall is by far my favorite. The view of the changing colors from the top is amazing.
