This is a great section of the Norwottuck Rail Trail. It winds through beautiful pine forests and wetlands. The trail is completely off the road, so you should have a comfortable traffic-free ride.

Jamie S.

September 24, 2023

Hiking

The Norwottuck Rail Trail is a part of an extensive network of connecting multi-use paths connecting the towns of Amherst, Belchertown, Easthampton, Florence, Hadley, Southampton, and Williamsburg. This section of Norwottuck Rail Trail is the southernmost section in South Amherst where it ends at Warren Wright Road. This is a great section of trail where you pass through pine and oak forests, wetlands, and can glimpse some of the local mountains through the trees. You might also catch a glance at a train that runs on an adjacent railroad.

Stephen

February 6, 2026

Road cycling

Nice paved rail trail with beautiful scenery. The pavement is pretty new but there are a few cracks so take it easy if you've got really narrow tires.

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1. Mass Central Rail Trail

32.0km

01:51

120m

Cycle the easy 19.9-mile Mass Central Rail Trail, gaining 385 feet in elevation through varied scenery and over impressive bridges.

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2. Norwottuck Rail Trail Bridge – Bridge over the Fort River loop from Northampton

48.2km

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250m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Fort River Bridge loop from Amherst

21.4km

01:18

120m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Distance 2.30 km

Uphill 10 m

Downhill 20 m

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Location: Amherst, Hampshire County, Massachusetts, United States

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Southern section of Norwottuck Rail Trail

1. Mass Central Rail Trail

2. Norwottuck Rail Trail Bridge – Bridge over the Fort River loop from Northampton

3. Fort River Bridge loop from Amherst

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