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Distance:
0.5 Miles / 0.8 km
Type:
Loop
Difficulty:
Easy
Time to Hike:
~15 minutes
Features:
Surface Type:
Universal Access
Park:
Forest Park
Town:
Springfield, Massachusetts
Directions:
42.072097, -72.581145
Added:
November 20, 2017
Updated:
January 23, 2020
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48 '

Total Change
52 '

Ascent
52 '

Descent

The King Philip's Stockade Loop at Forest Park in Springfield, Massachusetts is an easy 0.5-mile paved path that passes through a small section of Forest Park.

The trail is wide, paved, and is highly-trafficked. There are plenty of old growth trees along this route, but it would be a much nicer walk if it were not located so close to Interstate 91.

Pets
Dogs are allowed if leashed and their waste must be carried out by the hiker.

Biking
Biking is permitted along the trail.

Parking
Parking can be found at the intersection of Columbus Ave and Laurel Hill Rd at the coordinates provided. The parking lot is located directly across the street from the trailhead.

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  1. Parking

    42.072097, -72.581145
  2. Main Trailhead

    42.072029, -72.582008
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0.5 miles / 0.8 km
Trail added
November 20, 2017
Hiked on
November 20, 2017
Updated on
January 23, 2020

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