Ashuwillticook Rail Trail - Railroad Street
Ashuwillticook Rail Trail
Cheshire, MA
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Cheshire Reservoir Boat Launch South State Road, Cheshire, MA
Managed by
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Part of
Cheshire Reservoir
Allowed Uses & Features
Information
- Dogs allowed - Leashed
- Family Friendly
- Free
- Near Public Transit
- Parking
- Picnicking
- Scenic View
A dock at the boat launch.
A picnic table by the water.
The dock at the boat launch.
A view of the blue water and the Berkshires, from the boat launch
- Public Land
- Private Land
- Bus Route
- Trail
- Major Trail
About Cheshire Reservoir Boat Launch
The Cheshire Reservoir Boat Launch is a great place to start a boating trip on the North Basin of the reservoir. This part of the reservoir is the largest and deepest, supplying an ideal space for family-friendly canoeing, kayaking, or fishing in Western Massachusetts. Wildlife viewing is excellent on the water at all times of the year. Waterfowl, for example, are visible during their migration season. The reservoir also creates an open space for scenic views of the surrounding Berkshires, which are famous for changing color when cold weather arrives.
A paved boat ramp provides easy access to the reservoir when the weather is appropriate. A dedicated canoe and kayak launch also exists east of the boat ramp. Picnic tables are available around the parking area, making the launch a superb place for a lakeside meal.
Visitors can access the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail (a paved path from Pittsfield to North Adams) via the parking lot. This part of the trail travels through wetland habitats and along the reservoir, offering extensive mountain views. Visitors will find the trail perfect for biking, walking, wildlife viewing, or rollerblading.
Parking for the Cheshire Reservoir Boat Launch is along a small road adjacent to State Road.
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Accessibility Assessment
Features- Accessible Parking
- Wheelchair / Stroller Friendly Trail
This site has a large, paved parking lot with 1 designated handicap space. The parking lot connects to the paved ramp that leads down to the water. There is a dock at the water entrance. There are no accessibility aids for entering the water, besides a flat ramp leading into it.
The paved parking lot with a designated handicap spot.
The ramp that leads into the water and boat launch.
Clubs, Retail & Rentals
Looking to meet up with others for team sports or group activities? Check out our list of clubs, guides and leagues in the Berkshires on the Resources page. Our list of summer camps will help you plan an overnight or day camp adventure for your young ones.
We also link to an array of outdoor recreation retail shops for gear and rental facilities for equipment on the Gear page.
