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Quabbin Hill Trail

The Quabbin Hill Trail at Quabbin Reservoir in Ware, Massachusetts is an easy 0.4-mile out-and-back trail that leads to the top of Quabbin Hill.

This short trail follows a wide path to the summit of Quabbin Hill. The summit provides a view of the Winsor Dam and the State Police Barracks.

The trail is unmarked, but very easy to follow and most of the entire trail is visible along the route.

Parking
Parking is available by the rotary on Administration Road and at the trail head itself.

Pets
Dogs are not allowed on any trails at Quabbin.

Biking
Biking is allowed on this trail.
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Know Before You Go

  • Easy 0.4-mile out-and-back trail to the summit of Quabbin Hill with views of Winsor Dam and the State Police Barracks.
  • Trail is unmarked but easily followed, with parking available near Administration Road and at the trailhead.
  • Biking is allowed, but dogs are prohibited on this trail.
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Distance
0.6 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
18 min
Elev. Gain
89'
Rating
0.0
Added
June 05, 2019
Updated
April 27, 2020

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Total Change
77'
Ascent
89'
Descent
89'
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
Mountain Summit
Biking

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    42.304145, -72.337293
  2. Main Trailhead

    42.304244, -72.337442

Safety information

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

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Dirt

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0.6 miles / 1.0 km
June 23, 2019
Great views for such a short hike. This is a little-known spot at Quabbin.
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