From Stamford · Mohawk Trail · MA-2

Full-day version that starts in Stamford: it adds the ride there and back to Mohawk Trail · MA-2. Here is what you'll find on the core stretch:

The best-known motorcycle road in Massachusetts: MA-2 leaves Greenfield, passes by Shelburne Falls, follows the Deerfield River to Charlemont and climbs through Mohawk Trail State Forest to Whitcomb Summit before dropping into North Adams through the famous hairpin. It's 33 miles of river valley and then mountain climb, with overlooks at the top. Stop in Shelburne Falls or Charlemont. The hairpin is tight and downhill, so take it slow. In October, foliage traffic fills the road with slow cars.