Gate 16
Distance:
1.2 Miles / 1.9 kmType:
Out-and-BackDifficulty:
EasyTime to Hike:
~36 minutesFeatures:
Surface Type:
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Gate 16 at Quabbin Reservoir in Shutesbury, Massachusetts is an easy 1.2 mile out-and-back hike down to the northwestern shores of Quabbin.
The trail starts off at a large parking lot across the street from Prescott Rd, along Route-202 and cuts through the woods before hitting a service road. When you hit the service road, take a right-hand turn and continue hiking downhill until you reach the water. Around mile 0.4, you'll pass another trail/service road, but stay left to continue heading downhill.
At the end of the trail is a popular fishing spot - which requires a state fishing license.
The hike back uphill is fairly gradual, hence the easy difficulty.
Pets
Dogs are not allowed on any trails at Quabbin.
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Parking
42.449383, -72.387884 -
Main Trailhead
42.449393, -72.387592 -
Vista at the end of Gate 16
42.442773, -72.380712
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