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Columbia Greenway Rail Trail – Westfield River loop from Springfield

Columbia Greenway Rail Trail – Westfield River loop from Springfield

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Columbia Greenway Rail Trail – Westfield River loop from Springfield

04:23

95.9km

760m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 15, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 88.5 km for 165 m

After 90.9 km for 88 m

After 91.7 km for 183 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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20.5 km

West Suffield Academy Hall

Highlight • Historical Site

West Suffield Academy Hall is a beautiful old schoolhouse in West Suffield, Connecticut. It's no longer a school, but rather, it is a unique event venue in a charming part of town.

Tip by

69.2 km

Departing from Westfield River at the northern part of the namesake town, the trail heads south to connect itself with the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail, which will lead you to the East Coast Greenway after 36 miles.

Passing mainly through crop's landscapes, parks and some towns, its different path from the road offers a joyful cycle over the pavement.

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70.5 km

Mary Noble Wildlife Sanctuary

Nature Reserve

73.4 km

Westfield River

Highlight • River

As you ride across the bridge, take in the beautiful view of the Westfield River. It's a significant river that flows through New England towns, eventually emptying into the Connecticut River. It is stunning especially in the fall.

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79.3 km

Land Off Dewey & Bear Hole Rd

Nature Reserve

85.7 km

Connecticut River Walk and Bikeway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Connecticut River Walk and Bikeway has a 3.7-mile stretch that follows along the Connecticut River. The path gives great views of the river and the Springfield skyline. There are benches at different points for you to sit, take a break, and enjoy the views.

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88.5 km

Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame

Highlight • Monument

Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame is a very popular tourist destination in Springfield. The Hall of Fame moved into the current building in 2002 after using several different locations over its 55-year history.

For more information on visiting the Hall of Fame, visit: hoophall.com

There is pedestrian access via a bridge directly from the Connecticut River Walk and Bikeway.

Tip by

91.8 km

Duck Pond

Lake

95.5 km

Court Square Park

Highlight • Monument

Interestingly, Court Square Park is Springfield's only topographical constant since the city's founding in 1636. The park's location hasn't significantly changed over the centuries, serving as a witness to the city's growth and transformation.

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95.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

64.0 km

13.9 km

8.89 km

8.84 km

366 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

83.9 km

11.6 km

320 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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