2015 Map of Plainfield

About this map

Plainfield and its surrounding hill towns occupy a high, brook-carved plateau where the boundaries of Berkshire, Franklin, and Hampshire counties converge. This 2015 U.S. Geological Survey representation reveals a landscape defined by water and topography, from the Chickley River in the north to the Westfield River at the southern edge. The distribution of settlements like West Hawley and Hallockville follows the valley floors and established ridge roads, while family and local history is anchored by sites such as Allis Cem near Bond Hill. The map illustrates the region's managed water resources, including the Nemasket River Reservoir and the recreational waters of Plainfield Pond. Large tracts of forest and significant elevations like Hawks Mtn and West Mtn suggest a modern era of conservation and low-density rural living in this corner of the Berkshires.