Gallery – Swift River

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Sunbeams on the Swift River

This is an early-morning panoramic taken on the Swift River in Belchertown. It is a composite of several photographs, merged together to create this peaceful, tranquil image.

The three branches of the Swift River were dammed up to create the Quabbin Reservoir.
Learn more about the history of the Swift River Valley and the four towns that were displaced.

Sunrise on the Swift River

Mist on the Swift River 2

Early Morning on the Swift River

Swift River Sunbeams

Mist on the Swift River 3

Fishing on the Swift River

Mist on the Swift River 4

Reflections on the Swift River 1
The view from a kayak. This is a compilation of a number of images to create this panorama.

Reflections on the Swift River 5

Reflections on the Swift River 6

Swift River in Winter

Keystone Bridge

The Keystone Bridge spans the Swift River in the northern Quabbin watershed. Built in the 1800’s, unfortunately it is falling into disrepair and is now closed to public foot traffic. The future of this bridge is unclear at this point in time, following a study by a mason.