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Amherst College is one of the premier liberal arts colleges in the country and has one of the most stunning campuses to boot, thanks in large part to their wildlife sanctuary. These 500 acres have a variety of open fields that are both unmanaged and regularly maintained, upland woods, ponds, flood plain woods, wetlands, plantation pines, and a river. It is used as an exceptional place for research and recreation for students and faculty due to its ecological diversity. Some parts are used for hay production, while others are utilized for wildlife habitats. It also includes forested areas running along Fort River, featuring stunning white pine stands.

220 South Pleasant Street, Amherst, MA, Phone: 413-542-2000

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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