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Hancock

Stretching along the New York state border between the Taconic and Berkshire Hills passing between Central and Northern Berkshire County. Much of its land is either state forest or wildlife sanctuary, but is also well-known for its cultural and recreational facilities, Hancock Shaker Village and Jiminy Peak Ski Area and Mountain Resort.

  • Incorporated: 1776
  • Population: 717

For more information, visit the Town’s website.

Photos: A Berkshire reservoir | Sunsetting over the mountains in Hancock by Waterfall Perry

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Hancock