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Chesterfield Gorge Trail

The Chesterfield Gorge Trail near Chesterfield Massachusetts is an amazing short 1.5 mile out-and-back hike that leads to the Chesterfield Gorge and waterfall.

You park right on the top of the gorge. A trail snakes along the ridge looking down on the gorge and a dirt road leads down as well about 1.5 miles which can be driven or walked. There are plenty of great fishing spots along the gorge as well with massive boulders to sit on.

The Chesterfield Gorge is one of the most dramatic waterfalls in the region. Best of all, the 70-foot falls plunge is just a short walk from the parking lot.
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Know Before You Go

  • Chesterfield Gorge Trail is a short 1.5-mile out-and-back hike in Chesterfield, MA, leading to Chesterfield Gorge and a waterfall.
  • The trail offers scenic views from a ridge overlooking the gorge, with access also available via a dirt road, and features numerous fishing spots.
  • The main attraction is the dramatic 70-foot waterfall, easily accessible from the parking lot.
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Distance
1.5 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
45 min
Elev. Gain
171'
Rating
0.0
Added
July 13, 2017
Updated
November 27, 2017

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Total Change
76'
Ascent
171'
Descent
186'
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
Dogs
Water Source
Biking

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    42.393592, -72.880547
  2. Main Trailhead

    42.393295, -72.880142

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Availability

Spring

Surface type

Dirt

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