High Ledges Wildlife Sanctuary | |
Location: | Patten Road Shelburne, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Type: | Wildlife sanctuary, nature center |
Area: | 587acres |
Created: | 1970 |
Operator: | Massachusetts Audubon Society |
Hiking Trails: | 5 miles |
Website: | High Ledges Wildlife Sanctuary |
High Ledges is a wildlife sanctuary located in Shelburne, Massachusetts. The 587acres property, located on the northern portion of Massaemett Mountain, is owned by Massachusetts Audubon Society.
One of the highlights of the sanctuary is the vista known as High Ledge. The cliff overlooks Shelburne Falls and areas to the west, including Mount Greylock. The sanctuary's wildflower blooms include the Yellow lady's slipper.[1]