Scenery was just beautiful. Alot of walkers at the start near Berkshire Mall in Lanesborough - looked like they were enjoying themselves. I biked with my daughter to Adams - just wonderful! No debris on the trail other than leaves(fall) - well maintained. Alot of places to sit and enjoy the scenery or even eat at one of the picnic tables - which I thought was just great. Not alot of busy streets to cross. Would come back to enjoy it again!!

we loved this - rolling hills in the distance - lake along much of the trail -we want to go back and rent a place on the lake! We started on the southern point -nice they had a bathroom! The northern point is a lovely town with an information center and another bathroom. my Greylock is nearby. well worth the trip.

This one is another gem of a trail in a scenic part of the state. Partly shaded. Partly open. Alongside the Hoosic river part way. And part way alongside Cheshire Lake. You wont find a trail in better condition. Well marked. Easy to find. Good parking along the way. Beautiful. Even the drive up through the Berkshires was nice. Places for chow in Adams and Pittsfield. Good places for water stops and breaks. Highly worth the drive to get there. Few road crossings and safe.

The only problem with this trail is how to pronounce its name. I agree with all the reviews after a one way ride 8/26/2010. Other trails should study this trail on how to put up access signs and mark the miles on the trail surface with paint and print a brochure and map. Most importantly it shows how much of an economic development role a well implemented rail trail can be for a community. On a Thursday afternoon the trail was very busy with bikers, walkers, skate boards and in line skaters. Youker

What a fantastic bike trail! The paved path is wide. We were impressed by the care given to the trail, and the number of the benches and picnic tables, all in excellent shape. Where the water borders the lake, the benches are turned toward the water - an inviting way to take a break. There weren't too many street crossings, and only 2-3 were really busy. The visitor's center in Adams at the end of the trail offered modern restroom facilities and vending machines, as well as information about the area. The friendly woman staffing the information desk mentioned that the town/state is planning to extend the rail trail north of the Visitor's center, maybe next year!

There was plenty of parking at the trailhead as well as at several other locations along the trail. We parked at the Lanesborough end of the trail, near the Berkshire Mall. The restroom facility at the parking lot was clean.

We traveled about 2 hours to Pittsfield to use this rail trail, as we were getting tired of the local rail trails. It's a trip that we'll definitely do again in the future!

My family is getting back into biking and this has quickly become our primary riding destination. It's too bad that we have to pack up the bikes and drive 40 minutes to get there. That kind of defeats the purpose of riding, but with two young children, it's necessary. We have ridden the trail three times so far this season and it is wonderful. The scenery is great and the facilities are ideal. There is even a bike shop near the northern trail head where the guys are knowledgeable and friendly and will make that emergency repair quickly.

Every town should be so lucky to have a trail like this. I am told that plans are being evaluated to extend the trail north to North Adams and then possibly to Williamstown. That would make a great trail even better!

I've ridden the trail up and back twice in the last month, now, and it's a fantastic path. As others have noted, the views are wonderful, whether of the small and large ponds, the trailside streams, the wildlife, or, farther north, of Greylock and lesser hills looming over the Adams area. Folks using the trail are generally courteous, though sometimes they forget that they're sharing the space when they stop--no biggie, but it can be a safety concern, especially at the crossings.

In Adams there's a nice bar in the old train depot that welcomes cyclists and serves cold beer and hot food--standard bar fare, but fun and tasty nonetheless!--about a quarter mile south of the Berkshire Visitors' Center. They even have a bike rack just off the trail. The Visitors' Center houses clean bathrooms and knowledgable staff.

Word is that more restaurants will be opening just off the trail--a Mexican place, in particular--and there's serious talk about extending the trail a short distance in the near future and to North Adams not too long from now. Doing so will make a special trail even better.

If you're in the area, don't miss this trail!

Rode this rail-trail in its entirety with loaded touring bike as part of a longer tour from Connecticut up to Vermont and around Lake Champlain. The 11 miles of trail is beautifully maintain with excellent pavement quality (not root-rutted like many paved trails) and wonderful scenery. Access to water and restrooms was readily available along with benches for resting that I noticed. There were walkers, runners, skaters and bike riders, all friendly and interactive, but not overly crowded. A great way to by-pass Rt 8 if going from Pittsfield to Adams.

I rode this trail on june 14, 2009 - what a terrific day and a terrific trail. I'll try and be more specific. The trail is clean, well kept paving, and wide enough to accomodate all users. If you come to a rode crossing-of course, stop; but the traffic in the area seemed conditioned to stop. There are benches all along the route if you want to stretch out for a moment; and picnic benches by the water. Out in the water there are kayaks, boats, jetskis and paddle boats, it was fun to ride along and wave to people out in the kayaks.

The views! Oh, the views! just made for a magical day along with all the variety of wildlife, birds and bunnies. Just a clean, beautiful path - perfect.

I even had a Berkshire sun shower to ride through: it rained, it stopped raining - the sun came out and dried everything! I'll be back soon and often.

Talk about a great trail.... this one pretty much has it all. The lake, mountain, and bird views are beautiful, so bring your camera. Condition of the trail was excellent, and the Adams Visitors Center is a perfect start/finish as the Rest Rooms and picnic area are clean & new. The Lanesborogh Trailhead is fine also, & there are numerous stopping areas along the Trail....all appearing clean & fairly new.

Thought The Nasua River Rail Trail couldn't be beat, but my wife & I agree this one is just as good!

Pete & Sue

Was well worth the hour plus drive to reach it. Very smooth pavement and not overly crowded.

"What a treat ! This is a very safe, beautiful and doable ride for all ages. The trail is in mint condition and the scenery is wonderful. There is only one (very) gradual hill just out from Adams, but this some what out of shape bike enthusiast had no problem navegating it. I highly recommend this trail for all ages. "

8/20/07. I have ridden most of the Rail Trails in Mass. This trail is the most scenic and well kept trail that I have been on.

"I've done this trail multiple times with my girlfriend's 13 yr old son. We've started in Adams and ridden the entire length to Lanesboro (actually, if you cross the street at the end of the trail and enter the parking lot, you're in Pittsfield) and back to Adams with no difficulties involved. The trail is slightly uphill from Adams, so the ride back from Lanesboro is slightly downhill, making the return trip that much easier. There are parking lots and access points throughout the trail, so if you get tired and want to wait somewhere for a ride, there's plenty of options. One point has a small store with ice cream and beverages that is worth a stop. Very nice trail worth doing over and over again. Courteous riders. Beautiful views. Country riding."

This summer we were able to go to the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail and were happy to see one of our young Marines Memorial on the trail. Thanks

"Terrific trail/great condition. Clean bathrooms at Lanesboro trailhead. We continued to North Adams (8a North, which has one tough hill at the beginning) and 8 South (heavier traffic but wide shoulders) for an extra 10 miles. Ice cream at Chesire. "

"Road from Adams to Lanesboro and back today. Trail is in good shape and clean. They have not opened the wings on the crossings yet or removed the snowmobile rubber on the bridge. It was a nice ride, but a little windy."

" I walk my dog along this trail daily. It is just beautiful, quiet, very peaceful, but conviently runs paralell with route 8, and I've chatted with some very nice people along the way."

"For those of us who only bike occasionally, start at the north end when anticipating covering the entire path. The first few miles are ""up hill"" so you're return trip will be a breeze."

"We rode this trail in October at the peak of the fall foliage. What a pleasant, gorgeous and enjoyable ride. I highly recommend this trail for all ages to ride."

"This was a gorgeous ride with lots of nature to enjoy along the way. A waterfall, lake, marshy lands and woodland critters make this a great place to bike."

"The toilets along the trail were closed on October 14 and will be closed until the spring of 2004. I found out after driving for an hour to get there yesterday. You can ""go"" at the McDonalds nearby or at the Berkshire Mall. The Visitors Center in Adams should be open by now, but I didn't check it out."

The scenery along this rail trail is breath taking. It's two for one as the trail is also in great shape. The only disappointment was that the north section of the trail will not be completed until this fall (2003).

"We rode this trail yesterday and I think it's the nicest trail I've ridden in New England. It's flat & scenic, especially the section around the reservoir.

I highly recommend the trail to families. "

This trail is perfect in every way in one of most beautiful spots in New England. The trail is perfect for a slow family cruise or a quick run on a road bike.

Excellent!

"This trail runs from a very convenient parking lot right off Route 8 north of Pittsfield through some eutrophying swampy areas (with Canada geese) and along the shoreline of a small lake. The views across the lake are stunning, with the village nestled amid the Berkshires and a bracing breeze to cool you. A restaurant awaits the hungry at the end."

"This trail is five plus miles through woods and beside a lake, with a view of Mt. Greylock, the highest point in Massachusetts. Leaf peeper time can't be beat. Plans are to double the length of the trail this year! Just Do It!"