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United States MA-2 Difficulty: 7/10

Mohawk Trail Scenic Byway

Historic 1914 automotive touring road following Native American trade routes over the Hoosac Range. Highlights include following the Deerfield River gorge, climbing Florida Mountain, and carving the famous 180-degree Hairpin Turn with panoramic vistas overlooking North Adams and the Mount Greylock massif.

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Distance
Distance
37 mi
60 km total run
Turns
Turns
115
3.1 turns per mile
Summit
Summit
2,110 ft
Florida Mountain Summit
Surface
Surface
Paved (Twisty)
Difficulty: 7/10
3D Vector Trajectory
CARTO Dark Matter GL
Start: Greenfield, MA End: North Adams / Williamstown, MA
Elevation Profile 220 – 2,110 ft
SUMMIT 2,110 FT
Florida Mountain Summit
Apex Density Index 3.1 curves / mi
Scenic Sweeper Technical Switchback
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Nearby Staging
Ronnie's Cycle Sales ~34 mi
Pittsfield, United States • +1-413-443-0638
Berkshires & Mohawk Trail Hub | Multi-Brand Master Service | Tire Center
Brands: Harley-Davidson, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, KTM
MAX BMW Motorcycles ~94 mi
North Hampton, United States • +1-603-964-2877
Exclusive BMW Motorrad Master Center | Emergency Touring Tire Bays | Diagnostics
Brands: BMW
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Covered Parking
Golden Eagle Restaurant at Mohawk Trail Hairpin Turn ~26 mi
North Adams, MA

Perched dramatically on the cliffside apex of MA-2's legendary Mohawk Trail hairpin turn. Offers a stupendous 3-state panoramic view stretching into Vermont and New York. The roar of motorcycles accelerating out of the switchback provides the constant soundtrack to a classic Berkshire meal.

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Tank-Bag Quick Reference Sheet

Start Point Greenfield, MA 42.5878, -72.5998
Summit / High Point Florida Mountain Summit 2,110 FT Summit
End Destination North Adams / Williamstown, MA 42.7001, -73.1087
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many curves and miles is Mohawk Trail Scenic Byway?

Mohawk Trail Scenic Byway spans 37 miles and packs approximately 115 curves (3.1 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 220 ft - 2,110 ft (Florida Mountain Summit) and technical rating 7/10.

Where are the start and end coordinates?

The route starts at Greenfield, MA (Latitude 42.5878, Longitude -72.5998) and finishes at North Adams / Williamstown, MA (Latitude 42.7001, Longitude -73.1087).

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