The Becket Quarry, more hiking and adventure than you can imagine! A day of hiking on the forest trails and another exploring the main quarry area plus several smaller ones! Dont forget the amazing views at the lookouts!

Known during its operating days as the Chester-Hudson Quarry, played a key role in the early development of the Town of Becket and the surrounding area. Granite from this quarry was used for monuments in many states. The quarry was operational from the 1860’s to the 1940’s. Learn more at https://becketlandtrust.org/historic-quarry/

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