Columbia Greenway Rail Trail – Flat Hill loop from Southwick Rail Trail

United States

Massachusetts

Hampden County

Columbia Greenway Rail Trail – Flat Hill loop from Southwick Rail Trail

Hard

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Columbia Greenway Rail Trail – Flat Hill loop from Southwick Rail Trail

08:27

126km

1,650m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 10.1 km for 64 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.80 km

Southwick Rail Trail

Nature Reserve

5.09 km

Columbia Greenway Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Columbia Greenway Rail Trail is a part of the New Haven & Northampton Canal Greenway, an 81-mile multiuse trail.

The Columbia Greenway Rail Trail is one of the few …

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7.59 km

Viewpoint

20.8 km

Flat Hill

Highlight • Summit

Small hill between Southampton and Russellville. Located at the feet of Wolf Hill and near Alder Pond, it's a short but rewarding ascent in case you're starting to ride your bike!

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42.3 km

When the ground is dry, this trail is a joy to ride. Fully immersed in the landscape, there is little evidence of humans whilst cycling along it. Look out for the different species of tree and wildlife.

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52.5 km

Gilbert Bliss State Forest & Westfield River views

Highlight • Forest

Cycling through this forest is a real joy with views below to Westfield River. The track is generally good quality with little technical difficulty.

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52.9 km

Gilbert A. Bliss State Forest

Forest

57.4 km

Chesterfield Gorge State Forest views

Highlight • Forest

Cycling along Ireland Street in Chesterfield Gorge State Forest unveils a scenic landscape of wooded beauty. Cyclists traverse dense forests, encountering a mix of hardwood trees such as oak and …

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58.6 km

Views of Westfield River

Highlight • Gorge

The Westfield River is a 78-mile-long river that is a major tributary of the Connecticut River. This spot offers views of a narrow rocky canyon that the river cuts through.

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84.5 km

Skedden Property

Highlight • Settlement

This small natural area is primarily a residential neighborhood, characterized by lush greenery and a pleasing elevation change. It presents an enjoyable and challenging ride to reach this location.

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121 km

Columbia Greenway Rail Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

Departing from Westfield River at the northern part of the namesake town, the trail heads south to connect itself with the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail, which will lead you to …

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122 km

Columbia Greenway Rail Trail

Nature Reserve

126 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

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