Jeep Trails in Western Massachusetts

Western Massachusetts has many well-maintained off-road trails for recreational driving and biking. ATVs, four-wheelers and off-road jeeps will find miles of rowdy, technical driving in the four State Forests in Western Massachusetts. Each forest has trails that accommodate off-road vehicles for riders of intermediate and advanced skill. Maps and trail conditions can be found at forest offices and online.

  1. Pittsfield State Forest

    • Pittsfield State Forest features 25 miles of trail for off-road vehicles, including motorcycles and other all-terrain vehicles. In 2010, 10 miles of trail were closed to riders for conservation purposes. Check with the park to see if these trails have reopened prior to your visit.

      You need a permit to ride for the day here. Permits can be reserved in advance and are free of charge, although visitors would be wise to make reservations as early as possible.

      Pittsfield State Forest is located near the Massachusetts-New York State border.

      Pittsfield State Forest

      1041 Cascade St.

      Pittsfield, MA 01201

      413-442-8992

    Tolland State Forest

    • Tolland State Forest, just north of the Connecticut border, has about 15 miles of trails for off-road riding, primarily used by motorcycles and vehicles equipped to ride on public roads in addition to trails. Some of the trails in Tolland merge briefly with public street, so ATVs that are not street legal cannot ride here.

      Tolland State Forest

      Granville, MA 01034

      413-269-6002

    October Mountain State Forest

    • October Mountain State Forest features more than 30 miles of off-road trails suitable for most ATVs, motorcycles and other trail-worthy vehicles. This central-Berkshires forest is easily accessed off of I-90. The trails are best attempted by experienced trail drivers.

      October Mountain State Forest

      Pittsfield, MA 01201

      413-243-1778

    Beartown State Forest

    • Beartown State Forest has more than 20 miles of trails that can accommodate most off-road vehicles, including jeeps and motorcycles. The trails in Beartown are old logging roads, with many sharp turns, steep drops and climbs, and many roots and rocks on the trail. A favorite among Western Massachusetts riders, the trails at Beartown can be muddy, so consider the recent weather and check conditions before you head out.

      Beartown State Forest

      Monterey, MA 01245

      413-528-0904