Bear Swamp
Florida, MA
Rafting | Fishing
Fife Brook Fishing/Boating Access River Road, Florida, MA
Managed by
Brookfield Power
Part of
Fife Brook
Allowed Uses & Features
Information
- Dogs allowed - Leashed
- Free
- Parking
- Restroom
- Scenic View
- Water Access
- Water Views
A view of the Berkshires from the waterside. A rocky shore is seen by the water.
A staircase descending to a rocky shore by the Brook.
A bench overlooking the Brook.
A gravel parking lot with an information sign.
- Public Land
- Private Land
- Bus Route
- Trail
- Major Trail
About Fife Brook Fishing/Boating Access
Fife Brook Fishing and Boating Access will bring visitors to the Deerfield River. This river flows throughout Western Massachusetts and is well-known for rafting and whitewater kayaking. This launch point offers paddlers access to Class II rapids.
Additionally, at this access point, visitors will find that the river’s waters are excellent for fly fishing. Coldwater fish populations, such as Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout, are abundant in the river throughout the year. Anglers can wade into the water and relax as the fish swim by.
On the Deerfield River, visitors will greet scenic views and diverse wildlife. Numerous local bird species, such as hawks and herons, are easily visible along the side of the river. The Berkshires also rise from the river’s edges, providing boaters with excellent mountain views at all times of the year. When the weather cools, these hills eventually turn yellow and orange with the vibrance of fall foliage.
Visitors will find a parking area on the side of River Road, between the Hoosac Tunnel and the Bear Swamp Hydroelectric Dam. This parking area also features a boating launch point for paddlers. This area may become crowded during the summertime as rafters and kayakers descend the river’s Class II and Class III rapids.
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Features- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Restroom
A set of stairs leading down to the water from the parking lot.
An accessible port a potty and a non-accessible port a potty, near the parking lot.
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.
