Wachusett Mountain State Reservation, State park in Princeton, Massachusetts
The reservation encompasses 3,000 acres of protected forest land with diverse trails leading to Mount Wachusett, reaching an elevation of 2,006 feet.
Native American tribes used the mountain territory for hunting before European settlers established a tourist hotel on the summit during the 1800s.
The reservation functions as an educational center where visitors learn about local ecology through guided programs and seasonal environmental activities.
Access to the park requires a daily parking fee of 5 dollars for Massachusetts residents and 20 dollars for non-residents from May through October.
Mount Wachusett stands as the highest peak in Massachusetts east of the Connecticut River, offering views across six states on clear days.
Location: Massachusetts
Website: https://mass.gov/locations/wachusett-mountain-state-reservation
GPS coordinates: 42.48910,-71.88670
Latest update: March 6, 2025 09:44
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