When you finally tire from taking scenic drives and hikes through the woods to see the colorful fall foliage in Massachusetts, we have discovered another great way to enjoy the season. While none of us truly get tired of leaf-peeping, we may be in the market for more of an exhilarating way to see the colors. How about a speedy ride through the trees in the Berkshires this fall? If that sounds like something you’d like to do, check out the Thunderbolt Mountain Coaster!
It’s no secret that some of the best leaf-peeping can be done in the Berkshires during autumn. The most mountainous region of Massachusetts is absolutely breathtaking this time of year.
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While the Berkshires East Mountain Resort is a hot spot during the winter, it also offers activities throughout the year. It’s especially scenic in the fall.
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One exhilarating activity you can partake in at this resort during the fall months is a zip-line canopy tour. This one is the largest in New England. And how amazing would it be to zip-line through the colorful trees?
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Another exciting adventure through the fall foliage is on the Thunderbolt Mountain Coaster at the resort. This alpine slide is also like a roller coaster with twists and turns.
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On this mountain coaster through the forest, you’ll go up 1,580 feet of track on a cart. Once you reach the top, the cart will disengage and take you down 3,870 feet of track on a heart-pumping adventure that includes twists and turns and rolling drops.
Berkshire East/Facebook While the carts can go pretty fast, there is a braking system you can use to slow it down, allowing some time to see the hues of crimson and gold go by.
Can you think of a better or more exciting way to see the colorful autumnal hues this year? The Thunderbolt Mountain Coaster is quite a unique way to see Massachusetts’ fall foliage!
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What is your favorite way to see the colorful fall foliage in Massachusetts? Do you think you would enjoy seeing the fall colors while zooming down a mountain coaster? Let us know in the comments. To learn more about the Thunderbolt Mountain Coaster, head to the Berkshire East Mountain Resort’s website and Facebook page.
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While the carts can go pretty fast, there is a braking system you can use to slow it down, allowing some time to see the hues of crimson and gold go by.
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Address: 66 Thunder Mountain Rd, Charlemont, MA 01339, USA
