By youker on August 26, 2010
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
By bobabrams on August 20, 2010
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!
By tandemania on August 02, 2010
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!