Thursday Night Hike 7/23 - South Deerfield, Western Massachusetts
July 23, 2026 — 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm ET
Last day to register: July 21, 2026
Thursday Night Hikes are back! Please join us this summer for some of our favorite hikes in Western Massachusetts, led by Volunteers Amy, Sam, and Beck.
This week’s Thursday Night Hike has beautiful, postcard-worthy views of the valley and Connecticut River. Some sections have steep stairs to climb but we’ll have time to take it slow. The route winds through the woods but sometimes crosses over roads and parking lots. Trails have exposed rocks and roots. 2.13 miles, 450 ft elevation gain.
Hikes this Summer:
Sunderland, MA — June 4
Pelham, MA - June 11
Northampton, MA - June 18
Haydenville, MA - June 25
Hadley, MA - July 2
Leeds, MA - July 9
Shutesbury, MA - July 16
South Deerfield, MA - July 23
Easthampton, MA - July 30
Amherst, MA - August 6
Greenfield, MA - August 13
Hadley, MA - August 20
Northampton, MA - August 27
Ashfield, MA - September 3
About Thursday Night Hikes:
Thursday Night Hikes are all about finding community and relaxing in nature with other queer folks! They are a low-stakes, low-stress way to meet new people while enjoying summer outside. We hike at the pace of the slowest person, and we don’t leave anyone behind.
Hikes range from 1.5 to 3 miles and are generally within a 30- to 40-minute radius of the Northampton/Amherst area. All hikes start at 5:30pm and may go as late as 8:00pm. Hikes generally run rain or shine, but we will cancel for heavy rain, thunderstorms, or extreme heat.
Hikes in this series will be posted on a monthly basis. Please note that space is limited (generally 8-14 people), and registration is required for each hike. Please cancel your registration if you realize you can’t go so that other people can attend!
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We ask folks under the age of 18 to please register themselves and an adult to accompany them. If you require a service dog to attend, please let us know and we’ll collaborate with you on how to keep you both comfortable and hydrated at this event.
GENERAL INFO
Location: South Deerfield area, MA (Nipmuc, Pocumtuc, and Wabanaki lands)
Parking: Free parking in large lot with portapotties at summit.
Pets: While we love pets, we ask that furry friends who are not service animals remain home on this adventure. Tell them we said hi!
Meet: July 23, 2026
Hike: 2.13 mile out and back, 450 ft elevation gain
Cost: This event is completely free to access! We welcome donations of any amount, which help us continue to provide these programs. We appreciate your support and your contribution!
Bring: Water, snacks, comfortable hiking shoes, bug spray, sunscreen, and a hat.
COVID SAFETY
Masks are not required at this event. Please be mindful of your own and group safety. If you or anyone in your household are not feeling well, do not participate in this event.
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Information for our land acknowledgment was gathered from nativeland.ca, which provides an estimate of original indigenous land occupation, but does not take into account migratory patterns or movement of the many surrounding communities. We recognize the historical complexity of indigenous movement across the land, and honor with gratitude the many, many surviving native nations whose land we benefit from in our work to diversify the outdoors.