Glendale Road Access, a kayak and canoe launch on Housatonic River, is located in Housatonic. It's about 41 miles from Springfield, MA, as the crow flies. Closest alternative: Glendale Dam Put-In in Stockbridge (under 1 mile).
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | Housatonic, MA |
| Water | Housatonic River |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Official public water access in Massachusetts, including Glendale Road Access: Massachusetts Office of Fishing and Boating Access (ramps); Massachusetts Environmental Police (boating rules).
Glendale Road Access is one of 9 public launches on Housatonic River. Housatonic River overview
Our checklist: How to launch a kayak or canoe.
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Illustration Paddlers
Shore, dock and ramp launches step by step, plus the cart that ends the long carry from the car.
Kayak launch guide
Illustration Ramp etiquette
Staging, courtesy docks and the Clean, Drain, Dry laws that can bring a fine.
Ramp etiquetteNo ratings so far, so tell us how the ramp, the parking and the water were.
Glendale Road Access is in Housatonic, Massachusetts. We only have the map location of Glendale Road Access from OpenStreetMap, and the directions link goes straight to it.
Housatonic River, in Housatonic.
Our data does not say whether Glendale Road Access charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Glendale Dam Put-In in Stockbridge (under 1 mile), Glendale Dam Take-Out in Stockbridge (under 1 mile) and Rising Pond Pumping Station Access in Housatonic (1.9 miles).
Boat Ramps Nearby