Provin Mt Fire Tower, Agawam MA

• 4-star hike
• 3 mile out-and-back
• Easy | Gain 400 feet
• Agawam, MA | Pioneer Valley
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The image shows a scenic view from a lookout point or observation deck. The structure in the foreground is a building with large windows, allowing for an expansive view of the landscape. The landscape features a vast expanse of forested area with autumn foliage, rolling hills, and a clear blue sky. The building has some graffiti on its walls.

Views from the derelict 1959 fire tower.

Provin Mountain is peak of marginal prominence on the Metacomet Ridge - a long rocky range that spans the states of Massachusetts and Connecticut west of the Connecticut River. This hike boasts some of the best features of this range, including sheer cliff faces that present some impressive views.

This shaded woodland trail from Feeding Hills Road to the fire tower on top of Provin Mountain follows the ridgeline for its complete length. A section of both the Metacomet-Monadnock Trail and the New England Trail, the white blazes will lead you along the preferred route, though there are occasional trail offshoots that will divert and return you back to the main trail from time to time. We've identified a couple of spur trails of interest - including one that leads to an abandoned quarry, and another close to the fire tower that presents excellent westerly views from rocky cliffs.

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The current iteration of the Agawam Fire Tower is a 68 foot tall steel tower with an enclosed cabin that has been standing on the site since 1959. Though the tower has been out of operation for many years now it remains in good condition despite some occasional graffiti, and it is possible to push open the heavy unlocked trap door to enter the cabin. We visited on an exceptionally clear fall day and could not only see Springfield, but the distant tall buildings of Hartford, CT.

This tower is on private property adjacent to extensive radio transmission buildings and towers. The website of the Forest Fire Lookout Association suggests that it is discouraged to visit the site without permission, though when we hiked in we observed no signage preventing us from accessing property or the tower. In fact the official map of the New England Trail shows the trail crossing this property and going straight past the tower. In all events, please be mindful of the owner's property rights, obey any legal posted signage that may be displayed and act at your own risk.

Trail conditions are relatively easy underfoot and the occasionally undulating terrain offers little challenge in terms of gradient. A large unofficial roadside parking area is available on Feeding Hills Road near the trailhead.

The image shows a person standing on a rocky outcrop overlooking a vast landscape. The individual is wearing a red long-sleeve shirt, khaki shorts, hiking boots, and a black backpack. The view includes a mix of forested areas and open fields, with a few houses scattered throughout. The trees display autumn colors, indicating the season is fall. The sky is clear and blue, providing a sharp contrast to the colorful foliage below.

Splendid occasional westerly views beyond rocky cliffs.

The image shows a tall fire lookout tower made of metal, with a small enclosed observation cabin at the top. The tower is surrounded by trees with green and some autumn-colored leaves, and the sky is clear and blue. The structure is supported by a network of metal beams and has several platforms and stairs leading up to the observation cabin.

Steel framed fire tower still in good condition.

The image shows a person standing in front of a large rock cliff in a natural setting. The cliff is composed of rugged, reddish-brown rock formations with some graffiti visible on its surface. The area is surrounded by trees with autumn foliage, displaying a mix of green, yellow, and orange leaves. The sky is clear and blue, indicating a sunny day. The person is wearing a red shirt and dark pants, and appears to be observing the cliff.

Sheer rock faces of the abandoned quarry near Feeding Hills Rd.

The image shows a person walking along a forest trail during autumn. The person is wearing a red long-sleeve shirt, khaki shorts, and a black backpack. The forest is filled with tall trees, and the ground is covered with fallen leaves in various shades of yellow, orange, and brown. The scene is illuminated by sunlight filtering through the trees, creating a serene and picturesque atmosphere.

Typical shaded woodland trail.

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