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Mechanicsville

Quaddick Reservoir – Acme Pond Waterfall loop from Mechanicsville

Moderate

4.6

(6301)

17,376

riders

Quaddick Reservoir – Acme Pond Waterfall loop from Mechanicsville

02:54

58.3km

580m

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: April 20, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

672 m

French River

Highlight • River

A pleasant river flows through the Mechanicsville Park area. This point provides a nice pull-off spot from the road, featuring several picnic benches and a great view of the water to enjoy.

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969 m

Mechanicville Pond

Lake

3

3.85 km

Thompson Hill

Highlight • Summit

Thompson, a charming New England town. It was named after Sir Robert Thompson, an English landholder. There are a few historic buildings and a lovely church.

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4

18.4 km

Whitmans Pond

Highlight • Lake

5

21.4 km

Quaddick Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Quaddick Reservoir, once frequented by the Nipmuck Indians for fishing, is the main attraction of this park. Today, the area is popular with its sandy beach, ball fields, and the trails that run throughout the park.

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6

38.9 km

Acme Pond Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Make the most of this fairly wild and natural pond as you ride past. Keep your eyes pealed for wildlife and specifically birds who like the nest in the area. …

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58.3 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.8 km

23.5 km

1.19 km

922 m

Surfaces

35.3 km

22.7 km

368 m

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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