Gould Meadows loop from Pittsfield

Gould Meadows loop from Pittsfield

Moderate

2.8

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Gould Meadows loop from Pittsfield

03:04

57.9km

670m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: January 18, 2026

Tips

The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 29.0 km for 1.15 km

After 33.1 km for 1.81 km

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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135 m

Joseph Scelsi Intermodal Transportation Center

Highlight • Rest Area

The Joseph Scelsi ITC exemplifies the journey of many train stations across the US. From grand historical structures to modern intermodal centers, they reflect the evolution of transportation needs and preferences.
The seasonal "Berkshire Flyer" offers a glimpse into the past, reminding us of the charm and romance associated with train travel.

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20.9 km

Stockbridge Bowl (Lake Mahkeenac)

Highlight • Lake

Hawthorne Road runs along the shore of Stockbridge Bowl. It's original name is Lake Mahkeenac. Mahkeenac means 'home of the Mahekanus' and it was given this name by the Mahican Indians, a tribe of the Mohicans.

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29.3 km

Bridge over the Housatonic River

Highlight • Bridge

This is a beautiful bridge over the Housantonic River. It is just off Glendale Middle Road so it is nice and peacful and the views are divine.

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34.3 km

Lake Averic

Lake

39.1 km

Shadow Brook Farm Historic District

Nature Reserve

39.5 km

Gould Meadows

Highlight • Natural

Gould Meadows, a little off of Road 183, is a conservation property, owned by the Town of Stockbridge. It has a total of 95 acres of conservation land with 0.6 miles of public trails.

It is open to the public.

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41.7 km

Yokun South Ridge Reserve

Nature Reserve

42.3 km

View of Stockbridge Bowl from Olivia's Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

From Richmond Mountain Road, there is a lovely view over Stockbridge Bowl, the name given to the lake that can be seen to the southeast. Sometimes also known as Lake Mahkeenac, it is a popular area for recreation including swimming, kayaking, fishing, power boating and sailing.

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42.5 km