Quabbin Reservoir Loop: Massachusetts Motorcycle Rides

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Title: Quabbin Reservoir Loop

State: Massachusetts

Submitted By: KerriOber

Date Submitted: Mar 08

Motorcycle Type: 99 Kaw Vulcan 500

Motorcycle Road Length: 64 Miles

Motorcycle Road Scenery:

The Quabbin Reservoir is HUGE. By looping around it, you get a sampling of forests, views, farmland, and sleepy little towns..

Motorcycle Road Quality:

Around the Quabbin, it's terrific. If you go to the scenic sites along the south edge, you get to ride right close to the lake.

Motorcycle Roadside Amenities:

Some pretty long stretches on the west side with nothing but woods. Keep an eye on your gas level.

Directions:

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Written directions:

Start in Athol, MA on RT2 West. Take the RT202 South Exit, and follow it right down to RT9, outside of Belchertown. There's a few scenic pull-off along this stretch. Unfortunately, they aren't well marked, and they are mostly gravel. Take RT 9 East. At this point, there will be a series of roads that lead to the Windsor Dam, and other scenic spots. This is a good place to stretch your legs. Just past Ware, MA, take RT32 North. In Gilbertville, switch to Rt32A north, and ride that up to Petersham. There's a country store there that sells great sandwiches. Hop on 32 north, briefly, then take a right onto RT101, and ride that up to RT2 in Templeton and this ride's end point.

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Steven - 1999 Harley-Davidson

This user rated the route: 8 out of 10 Posted 424 days ago

Good Ride - I would also suggest a visit into the reservoir area as the views inside are great. An entrance to the reservoir can be found off of Rt. 9. - Steven G.