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2.2 miles
Distance
67 ft
Climb
-144 ft
Descent
00:26:44
Avg time
-77 ft
Altitude change
1,756 ft
Altitude min
1,836 ft
Altitude max
1,833 ft
Altitude start
1,755 ft
Altitude end
-0.7%
Grade
-8.5%
Grade max
10%
Grade min
2,316 ft
Distance climb
4,098 ft
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat
00:26:44
Avg time
Goatherds Quest Details
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Riding AreaKenneth Dubuque State Forest
Hawley, Massachusetts -
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Voted DifficultyBlue (1 vote)
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Local Popularity90 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 5 in Trail Running
- 95 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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TTFs on TrailLadder Bridge
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Land OwnerMassachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation
Winding single track.
Authorized by DCR in partnership with Deerfield River Trails and PV NEMBA
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 9 miles average
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- 10 miles avg distance
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- 112 rides
- Last: Jun 8, 2026
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(42.567430, -72.886760)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Goatherds Quest
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Where is Goatherds Quest located?
Goatherds Quest is located in Kenneth Dubuque State Forest, Hawley, Massachusetts, United States. It is part of the Kenneth Dubuque State Forest trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 42.56743, -72.88676.
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How hard is Goatherds Quest?
Goatherds Quest is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 0.7%.
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What is the elevation gain for Goatherds Quest?
Goatherds Quest has 67 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 144 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,756 ft to 1,836 ft.
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Is Goatherds Quest a point to point trail?
Goatherds Quest is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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