The Norwottock Rail Trail is an 11 mile path that links Northampton, Hadley and Amherst on the former Boston and Main Railroad. The level trail is great for beginners of cycling and cross country skiing or just a relaxing walk. It is also often used by those in wheelchairs and walkers.
The rail trail is located in the central Ct River valley.<br /> <br />FROM THE WEST:<br />1. Head east on I-90 E<br />2. Take exit 4 for I-91 toward Holyoke/Springfield - 0.6 mi<br />3. Keep left at the fork, follow signs for I-91 and merge onto I-91 N - 13.8 mi<br />4. Take exit 19 toward Northampton - 0.2 mi<br />5. Go straight through traffic light - Park will be on the right 358 ft<br /> <br />FROM THE EAST:<br />1. Head west on I-90 W <br />2. Take exit 4 for I-91toward Springfield/Holyoke - 0.2 mi<br />3. Keep left at the fork, follow signs for I-91 and merge onto I-91 N - 13.8 mi<br />4. Take exit 19 toward Northampton - 0.2 mi<br />5. Go straight through traffic light - Park will be on the right - 358 ft<br /> <br />FROM THE NORTH:<br />1. Take I-91 S<br />2. Take exit 20 to merge onto N King St- 0.4 mi<br />3. Turn left at Damon Rd - Park will be on the left - 0.9 mi<br /> <br />FROM THE SOUTH:<br />1. Take I-91 N<br />2. Take exit 19 for MA-9 toward Northampton - 0.2 mi<br />3. Go straight through traffic light - Park will be on the right 358 ft
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