Hodges Village Reservoir, French River, Stumpy Pond, Cedar Swamp, Hodges Dam
Last Known Status
Open
DESCRIPTION
Located next to the French River outside Oxford, Massachusetts, this area offers about 10 miles of motorcycle trails that consists of easy but fast flowing singletrack with several bridge crossings, some moderately challenging sections and a newly installed obstacle course.
The motorcycle trails are located on the western side of the river while the hiking and mountain bike trails are located on the eastern side which are marked with blue and yellow blazes. There are two staging areas however the northern access off Clara Barton Road is the most popular with motorcyclists.
The trails are open for most of the year but may temporarily close for spring thaw. For current trail conditions call (978) 318-8426.
From: Worcester, MA
1) Take I-290 south to exit 6B (I-290 turns into I-395)
2) Turn right (west) off the exit ramp Washington St./US-20, continue 1.7 miles
3) Veer left (south) onto SR-12, continue 1.4 miles
4) Turn right (west) on Clara Barton Road, continue .2 miles
5) Turn left (south) after bridge, continue about .5 miles
6) Staging area is on the right.
TYPE OF AREA
Area
Trail
Land
Federal Flood Control Dam USACE
QUALITY
Pros
nice single track, beautiful scenery, good variety of easy and technical trails
Cons
small parking area, no camping
Rating
Excellent
Recommended Stay
Full Day
TERRAIN
Square Miles
2
Miles Of Trail
10
Climate Type
Forest
Elevation
500 to 750 ft.
Trail Maintenance
Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained
Loose Dirt
Mostly
Hard Pack
Some
Sand
Some
Mud
Some
Dust
Little
Rocks
Some
Trees
All
Steep Hills
Few
Water Crossings
Few
Small Jumps
Some
Large Jumps
None
Berms
Many
Sand/Gravel Pits
Few
Single Track
Many
Roads
Few
Intersections
Some
Rider Traffic
Many
Shade
Some
Ranges/Gunfire
Few
Hunting permitted on the west side of the French Reservoir.
Hazards
Few
(hazards not marked)
Novice
Some
Amateur
Mostly
Expert
Some
REGULATIONS
Permit Required
Yes
Massachusetts Registration Sticker
Dates Open
Year-Round
Spark Arrestor
Yes
A spark arresting silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise Limit
Yes (96 dB)
Night Riding
No
Riding hours are from dawn to dusk.
Flags
Not Required
Two Strokes
No Restriction
Cross Country
Prohibited
ATVs
Prohibited
UTVs
Prohibited
4x4s (registered)
Prohibited
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies
Prohibited
Bicycles
No Restriction
Hiking
No Restriction
Horseback
No Restriction
Not Recommended
Camping
Prohibited
Campfires
Prohibited
Alcohol
Prohibited
Fireworks
Prohibited
Firearms
Some Areas
Hunting permitted on the west side of the French Reservoir.
Law Enforcement
Some
Dedicated Rangers/Officers
Insurance
*Disclaimer: RiderPlanet recommends that all riders obtain motorcycle insurance or ATV / UTV insurance before visiting any of the locations depicted.
FEES
Parking
No ($0.00)
Entry
No ($0.00)
Riding
No ($0.00)
Camping
Tent: $0.00 RV: $0.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00
KEY SERVICES
First Aid
5-20 Miles (N)
UMass Memorial Medical Center (508) 334-1000
Gasoline
1-5 Miles (S)
Cumberland Farms (508) 987-0858
Diesel
1-5 Miles (S)
Cumberland Farms (508) 987-0858
Water
1-5 Miles (E)
Sutton Falls Camping Area (508) 865-3898
RV Hookup
1-5 Miles (E)
Sutton Falls Camping Area (508) 865-3898
RV Disposal
1-5 Miles (E)
Sutton Falls Camping Area (508) 865-3898
Campground
1-5 Miles (E)
Sutton Falls Camping Area (508) 865-3898
Conv Store
1-5 Miles (NE)
The Villager (508) 987-8731
Swim Area
5-20 Miles (SE)
Douglas State Forest (508) 476-7872
Water Body
On Site
French River
Boat Ramp
5-20 Miles (SE)
Douglas State Forest (508) 476-7872
CONTACTS
Contact Info
US Army Corps of Engineers - Hodges Village Dam 48 Howarth Road Charlton, MA 01507 (978) 318-8426 www.nae.usace.army.mil
Contact Info
Massachusetts Environmental Police 251 Causeway Street Suite 101 Boston, MA 02114 (617) 626-1610 www.mass.gov
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Mostly
Some
Little
All
Few
None
Many
Novice
Amateur
Expert
First Aid
Gasoline
Water
RV Hookup
RV Disposal
Campground
Conv Store
Swim Area
Water Body
Boat Ramp
