You can ride all you want at Pittsfield State Forest,as long as you follow the rules and don't abuse the land on your ATV.
This state forest is located in western Massachusetts. Take the turnpike to exit 2 then to route 20. From there, it's just a matter of following the signs till you reach the forest entrance.
The Pittsfield State Forest is a wonderful place to go ATVing. It offers 9,695-acres of pure wilderness. It has streams, waterfalls, and lots of flowering shrubs. There are 65 acres alone of wild azaleas that give off pink blooms in the spring.
When ATVing here, you might consider camping over as well. This is such a beautiful place, one day doesn't do it justice. As these trails offer ATVer's a full 30 miles of trails that will take you deeply into the woods, one day may not be enough time to see all this forest has to offer.
While out ATVing, you might come across Berry Pond. This is a very picturesque place, it being one of the highest natural water bodies in Massachusetts at 2,150 feet.
While out having a good time on your ATV, look out of others. This is a very popular forest and all sorts of sportsmen and people just out enjoying nature, are out and about exploring and taking it all in, you are likely to run into other ATVers, horseback riders, the occasional hunter if it is hunting season, and mountain bikers.
Keep safety at the top of your list. Use common sense and make sure everything is done with safety in mind. Make sure your ATV is in top running order, no leaks, or loose wires and check the tires and the plugs.
If you do all of this and more, you will certainly enjoy all that Pittsfield State Forest has to offer.
