| High Ledges Wildlife Sanctuary | |
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The view from High Ledge | |
![]() Interactive map of High Ledges Wildlife Sanctuary | |
| Type | Wildlife sanctuary,nature center |
| Location | Patten Road Shelburne, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Coordinates | 42°37′13″N72°42′20″W / 42.62028°N 72.70556°W /42.62028; -72.70556 |
| Area | 587 acres (238 ha) |
| Created | 1970 |
| Operated by | Massachusetts Audubon Society |
| Hiking trails | 5 miles |
| Website | High Ledges Wildlife Sanctuary |
High Ledges is a wildlife sanctuary located inShelburne, Massachusetts. The 587-acre (2.38 km2) property, located on the northern portion ofMassaemett Mountain, is owned byMassachusetts Audubon Society.
One of the highlights of the sanctuary is the vista known as High Ledge. The cliff overlooksShelburne Falls and areas to the west, includingMount Greylock. The sanctuary's wildflower blooms include theYellow lady's slipper.[1]
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