Stafford Hill Rd Parking Area South
Stafford Hill WMA
Cheshire, MA
Hunting | Birding
Farnams Causeway Farnams Road, Cheshire, MA
Managed by
Town of Cheshire
Allowed Uses & Features
Information
- Dogs allowed - Leashed
- Family Friendly
- Free
- Near Public Transit
- Parking
- Picnicking
- Restroom
- Scenic View
- Water Access
- Water Views
A view from the boat launch
An overlook available for fishing or wildlife watching. There are three along the reservoir
The bathroom as seen from the road that connects to the parking lot (off picture on left side)
The Ashuwillticook trailhead by the reservoir
Benches looking at the reservoir, with a paved path seen parallel along the reservoir. Parking lot behind benches, not pictured
The Ashuwillticook trail nearby the reservoir
- Public Land
- Private Land
- Bus Route
- Trail
- Major Trail
About Farnams Causeway
Farnams Causeway is a family-friendly park and fishing area on the southern end of the Cheshire Reservoir. Upon arrival, visitors to the causeway will find an expansive lawn with small maple trees, benches, and picnic tables. The park offers a scenic view of the Berkshires, and fall colors are often vibrant here when the cold weather arrives. Wildlife viewing is also excellent from the causeway. Waterfowl often stop in the reservoir during migration, and many other Western Massachusetts bird species are easily heard throughout the summer. There are also numerous fishing opportunities in this park. On the north side of the causeway, visitors will find fishing piers. On the south side, there is a boat launch into the middle basin of the reservoir.
The park also acts as a trailhead for the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail: a 14 mile walking and biking trail from North Adams to Pittsfield. Going northward, visitors can bike or walk along panoramic views of the reservoir and the mountains. A southern route, on the other hand, will take visitors through a tunnel of trees.
The park has facilities, including two bathrooms. Parking is on Farnams Road, facing toward the North Basin of the reservoir.
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Accessibility Assessment
Features- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Picnic Tables
- Accessible Restroom
- Accessible Water Access
- Adaptive Device Trail
A paved path runs parallel to the parking lot along the shore of Cheshire Reservoir. The parking lot is paved and connects directly to the path. Portions of the path along the reservoir have been impacted by uprooting and make for an uneven surface; however, most of the path is well surfaced. Picnic tables connected to the path feature accessible seating options. Along the path there are several accessible fishing locations. The restroom is also accessible. Visitors can travel along the road a short distance and reach the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail, which is paved. The boat launch at Farnam’s Causeway is a mix of dirt and gravel with a slight slope to the water. The surface of the ramp is relatively smooth, but can get muddy.
The entrance to the parking lot
The gap between the fence that connects the parking lot to the path by the reservoir
The short section of the path that is uneven
Accessible bathroom at the same level as the parking lot
The entrance to the parking lot
The boat launch.
The two handicap spots can be seen here
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.
