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Leaping Well Nature Trail

The Leaping Well Nature Trail in South Hadley, Massachusetts is a 0.8-mile loop trail that offers an easy walk through a young forest.

The trail loops through a young forest and passes old farm fields with seasonal views of the Holyoke Range. Views of the Holyoke Range are more prominent during colder months with no leaves on the trees. There are several bridges and boardwalks due to intermittent streams and flooding; however, the trail is not fully accessible.

Parking
Parking is available at the coordinates provided, which are located off of Mosier Street across from the exit of MES Middle School in South Hadley.

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

  • The Leaping Well Nature Trail is an easy 0.8-mile loop in South Hadley, MA, ideal for a short, accessible walk.
  • The trail features a young forest and former farm fields, with seasonal views of the Holyoke Range best seen in colder months.
  • Leashed dogs are permitted, and hikers must clean up after them; parking is available off Mosier Street near MES Middle School.
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Distance
0.8 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Loop
Est. Time
24 min
Elev. Gain
27'
Rating
0.0
Added
January 23, 2020
Updated
April 23, 2020

Weather Forecast

Today
High 15°F
Heavy Snow
Tonight
Low 15°F
Heavy Snow
Monday
High 24°F
Light Snow
Monday Night
Low 5°F
Chance Light Snow then Partly Cloudy
Tuesday
High 20°F
Partly Sunny
Tuesday Night
Low -3°F
Partly Cloudy
Wednesday
High 21°F
Mostly Sunny
Wednesday Night
Low 1°F
Mostly Cloudy
Thursday
High 20°F
Partly Sunny
Thursday Night
Low -3°F
Partly Cloudy
Friday
High 18°F
Mostly Sunny
Friday Night
Low -1°F
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Saturday
High 24°F
Mostly Sunny
Saturday Night
Low 4°F
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Total Change
33'
Ascent
27'
Descent
19'
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Features

Dogs

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    42.244512, -72.577577
  2. Main Trailhead

    42.244512, -72.577577

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Hazards

Poison Ivy or Poison Oak

Markers

Blaze Dot Color

Blue

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Dirt

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0.8 miles / 1.3 km
December 16, 2023
Good trails, easy walk
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