Hike the trails at Wachusett Meadow

Explore miles of trails at Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary! The paths traverse many interesting landscape features like Brown Hill Summit, Glacial Boulder, ancient trees, and beaver ponds. There are benches along many of the trails and several scenic overlooks offering expansive views.

There are several routes we can take. We'll hike for about two hours. You can read about the trails and download a trail map HERE.

Meet at the Visitors Center at 113 Goodnow Rd, Princeton, MA. Weather says partly sunny and mid-50s. Please dress in layers and bring water and a snack. Wear sturdy shoes or boots. I always use hiking poles.

NOTE: Hike goes on in misty or cloudy weather. Sustained rain or otherwise disgusting weather will cancel.

Online maps and GPS units may not give accurate directions. Please use directions below.

Driving Directions
From Rt-2: Take exit 95 (formerly exit 28) towards Rt-31/Fitchburg/Princeton. Follow Rt-31 South for 3.9 miles to a blinking red light. Turn left at the light and follow Rt-31 and Rt-140 South for 1.8 miles to a blinking yellow light. Turn right and follow Rt-31 South for 2.8 miles to a steep hill and a blinking yellow light (center of Princeton). At the light, follow signs for Rt-62 West by crossing the intersection and bearing right—follow the road as it curves right on the far side of the common after the light. Follow Rt-62 West for 0.6 miles, and you will see the sanctuary sign on the right at Goodnow Road. Turn right on Goodnow Road, and the parking lot is 1 mile ahead on the left.

From Rt I-190: Take exit 9 (formerly exit 5) towards Rt-140/Sterling/W. Boylston. Follow Rt-140 North for 2.4 miles to the intersection of Rt-62 (blinking yellow light). Take a left onto Rt-62 West and follow it for 4.2 miles to a stop sign. Turn left on Rt-31 and go up the hill to a flashing yellow light (center of Princeton). Follow directions above from the "center of Princeton."

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