Mount Frissell straddles the border between southwest Massachusetts and northwest Connecticut. It is in the Taconic Mountains, a range of the Appalachian Mountains that spans four states. At 2,479 feet above sea level, it is the tallest point in the Constitution State. The southern side of the mountain is in Riga Mountain Forest Preview in Connecticut. The refuge features a variety of trails, one of the most popular of which will take you right to the mountain’s summit.

The trail is a bit narrow and steep in places, and some areas are a little overgrown. There are a few rocky areas to scramble through!

Jimmy Emerson, DVM/Alltrails

Overall, this 2.3-mile out and back hike is not too difficult. Most of the 800-foot elevation gain is over only about a quarter mile near Round Mountain, so you might get winded in that section.

Brian Boulet/Alltrails

You will want to make sure you’re wearing appropriate footwear and watch your step. There are some muddy areas, particularly if it’s been raining.

Gail Zaharek/Alltrails

Connecticut’s high point is marked by a small metal pin, so keep an eye out for it!

Kelly Tyler/Alltrails There’s also a nearby log book inside an ammo box to sign once you’ve hit the Mount Frissell summit.

The views from Mount Frissell are a little obscured. However, the trail features several lookout points from both Round Mountain and Mount Frissell.

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The trails in this area connect to the Appalachian Trail and a few other smaller trails. If you’re just looking to do the quick Mount Frissell hike, make sure to follow the red spray paint.

Cyndy Callision/Alltrails

 

Mount Frissell straddles the border between southwest Massachusetts and northwest Connecticut. It is in the Taconic Mountains, a range of the Appalachian Mountains that spans four states. At 2,479 feet above sea level, it is the tallest point in the Constitution State. The southern side of the mountain is in Riga Mountain Forest Preview in Connecticut. The refuge features a variety of trails, one of the most popular of which will take you right to the mountain’s summit.

Jimmy Emerson, DVM/Alltrails

Brian Boulet/Alltrails

Gail Zaharek/Alltrails

Kelly Tyler/Alltrails

There’s also a nearby log book inside an ammo box to sign once you’ve hit the Mount Frissell summit.

Robert Davis/Alltrails

Cyndy Callision/Alltrails

Have you hiked to the top of Mount Frissell in Connecticut? Share your experiences in the comments!

 

For more information about the beautiful hike to Mount Frissell’s summit, check out Alltrails.

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Have you hiked to the top of Mount Frissell in Connecticut? Share your experiences in the comments!

For more information about the beautiful hike to Mount Frissell’s summit, check out Alltrails.