Erving blends river-cut scenery with everyday convenience along the Mohawk Trail. Morning mist lifts from the Connecticut and Millers rivers as anglers and paddlers claim water, while hikers head for Erving State Forest’s pine-scented loops and the swim-friendly shore at Laurel Lake. Climbers and walkers prize Farley Ledges, reached via the New England National Scenic Trail, where lookouts frame the iconic French King Bridge and autumn-bright hillsides. Weekends bring easy outings to farmstands and galleries in nearby Greenfield and Montague, with industrial history never far from view across Franklin County.
Families value the town’s practical scale. Erving Elementary, part of Union 28, anchors grades K–6 with small classes and hands-on enrichment, and older students often attend regional options such as Gill‑Montague or Ralph C. Mahar through school choice. The town website keeps permits, meetings, and services straightforward, and the Erving Public Library hums with author talks, programs, and a sunny children’s room. Commuters appreciate Route 2 access to Orange and points east, plus FRTA bus connections for quick trips to work or errands. Housing spans classic village colonials, tidy ranches, and wooded acreage that feels worlds away yet stays close to daily needs. Whether you’re buying your first home or listing a property, Agent Pronto can introduce you to a local real estate professional who knows Erving inside and out.