Beartown State Forest Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation Wildcat Trailhead
Beartown State Forest Road, Great Barrington, MA

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Wildcat Trailhead in Great Barrington, MA | Berkshires Outside
Wildcat Trailhead in Great Barrington, MA | Berkshires Outside
Wildcat Trailhead in Great Barrington, MA | Berkshires Outside
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About Wildcat Trailhead

The Wildcat Trail is a fantastic spot in the Berkshires to ride an off-road vehicle, mountain bike, cross-country ski, hike, or any other outdoor recreation activity. It is located within the Beartown State Forest in Great Barrington, MA, and is very popular due to its easy access and beautiful scenery. The trail is broad, allowing for a wide range of vehicles to ride on it, and it is made of dirt, gravel, and rocks. The terrain is primarily flat, with only a few steep sections, meaning it is a good trail for beginner and highly experienced ORV riders. Multiple ecosystems are found on this trail, including a stunning evergreen forest with tall pine and spruce trees and a deciduous forest with oaks, maples, and lush and vibrantly colored underbrush of ferns and mountain laurels.

A large parking area is available at the trailhead to allow visitors to unload their vehicles and prepare for an enriching ride through the beautiful forests of Western Massachusetts. At the trailhead, a kiosk with maps, signs, and notices for the trail is available to ensure riders have a safe and enjoyable experience. Given the forest's easy access and beautiful landscape, the Wildcat Trail is an excellent location for visitors interested in ORV riding, hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing in the Berkshires.

This trailhead is the official and designated location for off-highway-vehicle parking that all motorized users should be using.

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Beartown State Forest Road, Great Barrington, MA

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