Mohawk Trail (Route 2)

Historic Berkshires byway over the Hoosac Range, climbing to the famous Hairpin Turn.

The Mohawk Trail follows Route 2 across the Berkshires of northwest Massachusetts and was one of America's first roads laid out for scenic auto touring, opened in 1914. The renowned stretch climbs from Charlemont up through the Hoosac Range to North Adams, with the well known Hairpin Turn switchback and a long panorama over the Hoosac Valley. It is more of a touring drive than a hard charge, best in autumn when the hardwood foliage turns. Mind the tight Hairpin Turn descent grade, slow tourist traffic at overlooks, and leaf-slick pavement in fall.