Lenox, Massachusetts, known around the world as the site of Tanglewood, the summer home to the Boston Symphony Orchestra, is rich in healthy activities to enliven body and soul. Nestled in the heart of the Berkshire Hills in western Massachusetts, Lenox is a destination for all seasons.
Horseback Riding
Whatever you riding skill, you will appreciate the facilities at Undermountain Farm, located at 400 Under Mountain Road, in Lenox. An equestrian paradise amid farmland, woods and pastures, the farm provides indoor and outdoor arenas, riding trails, tack rooms, stalls and showers.
Older children and adults can enjoy instructor-led riding, and pony rides are available for the young ones. All ages can take riding lessons or learn about horse care, tacking and grooming.
Lifestyle Guidance
Focused on relaxation and balance through nutrition, fitness and healthy lifestyle, Canyon Ranch is located in Lenox on Kemble Street. Choose from more than 200 programs in areas such as message therapy, life management, exercise and movement, skin care and spirituality. Specialized sessions throughout the year include Gotta Dance, Canyon Ranch Cooks and hiking the Appalachian Trail.
Holistic Health
Visit the nation's largest center for yoga and holistic health. Once home to Andrew Carnegie, the Kripalu Center is located minutes from Lenox on Interlaken Road in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. Focused on optimal health and fitness, programs include yoga classes, hiking, natural foods cuisine and healing arts.
Play a Round
Enjoy a round of golf on Cranwell's 18-hole championship course, renowned for its natural beauty, located on Lee Road in Lenox. Open to the public, or through private membership, the course sits on the grounds of the original Berkshire Hunt Club. Practice at the 12-acre driving range, the pitching area or on one of two practice putting greens. Take lessons or join a clinic led by PGA staff.
Go Skiing
Have sporting fun at the Bousquet Ski Area located on Dan Fox Drive in nearby Pittsfield, Massachusetts. In winter, the facility offers skiing, snow tubing and snowboarding. Enroll the kids in a children's snow sports learning program or take an individual or group lesson. During the summer months, Bousquet offers a water slide, mini-golf, go-karts and scenic chairlift rides.
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