| Alt Names |
Balance Rock Loop Trail, Balance Rock Trail, Pittsfield State Forest |
| DESCRIPTION |
This state forest has miles of ATV trails that wind through dense forest with scenic views of waterfalls and multiple stream crossings. Other opportunites include camping, picnicking, hiking and swimming. Porcupines, deer, weasels and black bears inhabit the area. Forest hours are from sunrise to 8pm, year-round. Snowmobiles are permitted during winter months.
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Pittsfield, MA |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 42º 29.029' W 73º 18.073' |
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From: Pittsfield, MA
1) Take Pontoosuc Ave west 2 miles
2) Turn left on Dan Casry Memorial Dr., continue .5 miles
3) Turn left (south) on Church St., continue .6 miles
4) Turn right on Cascade St., continue .5 miles
5) Turn right at T-intersection, continue aboout 1 mile.
6) Staging area will be on the left |
| AREA TYPE |
| Area Type |
Trail |
| QUALITY |
| Rating |
|
| Recommended Stay |
Full Day
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| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
|
| Dates Open |
year-round |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
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| Night Riding |
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| Flags |
Not Required |
| Two Strokes |
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| ATVs |
Some Areas |
| UTVs |
Some Areas |
| 4x4s (registered) |
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| Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies |
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| Bicycles |
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| Hiking |
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| Horseback |
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| Camping |
Some Areas |
| Campfires |
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| Law Enforcement |
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| FEES |
| Parking Fee |
($0.00)
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| Entry Fee |
($0.00)
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| Riding Fee |
Yes ($5.00 per OHV)
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| Camping Fee |
Tent: $0.00
RV: $0.00
Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00
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| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
Pittsfield State Forest
1041 Cascade St.
Pittsfield, MA 01201
(413) 442-8992
www.mass.gov
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| TERRAIN |
| Square Miles |
17 |
| Miles Of Trail |
45 |
| Climate Type |
Forest |
| Elevation |
1200 to 2000 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Unknown |
| Hazards |
 Few |
| Novice Terrain |
 Some |
| Amateur Terrain |
 Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
 Little |
| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
Pittsfield, MA |
| Gasoline |
Pittsfield, MA |
| Diesel |
Pittsfield, MA |
| Water |
Pittsfield, MA |
| RV Hookup |
Pittsfield, MA |
| RV Disposal |
Pittsfield, MA |
| Campground |
Pittsfield, MA |
| Conv Store |
Pittsfield, MA |
| Swim Area |
Pittsfield, MA |
| Water Body |
Pittsfield, MA |
| Boat Ramp |
Pittsfield, MA |
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