Wachusett Mountain State Reservation

Category: State park

Address: 345 Mountain Rd, Princeton, MA 01541, USA

Phone: +19784642987

Reviews

Little Gene

Jun 19, 2022

It's a wonderful and ideal hill for trekking. There are multiple trail routes. We have started using old Indian trail route. It's full of green and natural path without any man made stairs. Few places it's nice sloppy and some places it's steep. I'm pleasantly surprised when I saw many seniors who also walking on the trail. Many came with their pet's. Very nice! I am able to see multiple skiing routes but not sure whether those are operational during winter. There is a very well built road which you can use to go to peak using car. In the peak very nice 360 degree view and a small pond with plenty of fishes where you can have your snacks. There is also a washroom available in the peak. You have to carry water, food and first aid along with you. It may take around 1.30 - 2.00 hrs to reach the peak if you walk very relaxed and by taking lot of pics. To get down it may take around 45 minutes. 4 hrs total time is more than sufficient. The place is colder than near by locations and windy too. In the starting point you have very big car parking where you can park around 500+ cars also there are multiple extended car park which are free. It's very scenic location starting from wachusette reservoir so don't forget your camera. Certainly enjoyable and wonderful free to visit national reserve to rejuvenate yourself!

Sam Squailia

May 8, 2022

What a great place to hike... from the Visitor Center it's only maybe a half hour hike...and it's pretty easy... lots of granite steps makes for a safe climb up. Dog waste station at visitors center.

Brian Heney

Feb 27, 2022

Easy mountain to get to from all points in Massachusetts. Parking set up is good - staff is friendly - mountain has 3 main lifts - something for most abilities with indoor and outdoor drinking/eating options - smell of waffles and wood smoke help set the mood. Great way to spend a day...

Mark Nadow

Jan 25, 2022

Mid week, afternoon skiing January 14th 2022. Conditions were great. Groomed and plenty of snow/man-made, no ice patches. Minimal lines at lifts, although terrain park lift was not running. If open 5 stars. …

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Questions & Answers

Is there a sunset hike tonight?

Carla Stem | Jan 30, 2020
veerendiran nachimuthu | Jan 31, 2020

Yes

Are there snowshoeing trails in the park

Maureen Greaves | Jan 30, 2020
Lisa Robichaud Bastarache | Jan 31, 2020

You can where snow shoes on some trail's.

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Is there an obvious used trail to hike up to top?

Mari H | Jan 30, 2019
Aaron Fox | Jan 31, 2019

Yes. They have gravel trails for walking, jogging, hiking, and biking.

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Are there any RV parking spots, or lots large enough for a mid-size RV?

Elizabeth Herbert | May 4, 2021
Sarah Deal | May 5, 2021

No. Please don't, the lot is small and gets very crowded.

is horseback riding allowed ?

A Google User | Jan 29, 2021
Kate Sarav | Jan 30, 2021

Yes

Is it OK to park in the visitor center lot after 4 PM?

Taylor Lawton | Jan 29, 2021
Katie Grady | Jan 30, 2021

Yes.

Can you camp here?

Brenda Dadds | Jan 30, 2020
Gireesh Annepu | Jan 31, 2020

No camping. It will be closed after 8 or so..

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Coming out in Sept for the brewery anniversary with fortunate youth (14th) any suggestions for campgrounds nearby? Thanks

Jaxx | Jan 30, 2020
john fraize | Jan 31, 2020

I'm not sure , I know the leominster state forest is close.. that might have camping

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Is the cell phone service? also, is there wi-fi?

Kila Ngambong | Jan 30, 2019
Anne Hunter | Jan 31, 2019

There is cell service all over the mountain. Wachusett ski lodge has wifi

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How much to take a motorcycle up Mr wachusett

Brian Flavin | Jan 30, 2019
Garry Sager | Jan 31, 2019

$5 for entry unless you have a pass. If you're older than 62 a lifetime pass is available at the office for $10

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Can we walk our dog

Carla Mutter | Jan 30, 2019
Rakhi Ahuja | Jan 31, 2019

Yes

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Auto road open??

Shelly Iacobone | Jan 30, 2019
Eric Johansson | Jan 31, 2019

It's officially open beginning Memorial Day weekend but if the snow is gone from the ski slopes, they sometimes open the roads on weekends.

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Is it free if you wanna go hiking for a couple of hours it's a beautiful day you know

Manuel Rivera | Jan 30, 2019
Steven Novak | Jan 31, 2019

Free to hike, parking is also free until memorial day, then it's 5 to 10 dollars

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Is the summit road free of snow yet (that is, passable by road bicycle)?

Julie B | Jan 30, 2019
Noeci Rocha | Jan 31, 2019

We still gonna get snow this coming Saturday

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Can I fly my drone there?

MangoTango | Jan 30, 2019
George Dagostino | Jan 31, 2019

DCR would be who to call for sure but I doubt it.

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How much is it for a day visit

Mr Luis | Jan 30, 2018
Shawn Monteverde | Jan 31, 2018

Depends if you are talking about skiing or hiking. Parking is free in most places and its like $5 to drive your car to the summit. You can find more info on the mass.gov site

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What is the official answer with regards to flying a UAV (drone,quadcopter) is it on Wachusett Mountain hiking trails? I can't find anything on the DCR website

Jim Gosselin | Jan 30, 2018
kelly | Jan 31, 2018

I would call the phone number listed.

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