New England National Scenic Trail
Franklin County, MA
Point-to-point trail in Franklin County, MA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 72.2 mi (116.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 11,568 ft (3,526 m)
- Est. Time
- 29 hr 5 min
- High point
- 1,611 ft (491 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 0.7 mi (1 km) from start
- Viewpoint 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Summit House 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from start
- Peak: Mount Holyoke 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
- Peak: Mount Hitchcock 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from start
- Peak: Bare Mountain 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from start
- Peak: Devils Garden 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from start
- Peak: Mount Norwottock 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Horse Caves 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from start
- Peak: Long Mountain 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from start
- Peak: Mount Lincoln 16.5 mi (26.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Quabbin Reservoir Pelham Lookout 22.2 mi (35.7 km) from start
- Picnic area 36.3 mi (58.4 km) from start
- Picnic area 36.3 mi (58.5 km) from start
- Shelter 40.4 mi (65 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about New England National Scenic Trail
How long is New England National Scenic Trail?
New England National Scenic Trail is 72.2 mi (116.2 km) long. Most people take about 29 hr 5 min. It climbs 11,568 ft (3,526 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,611 ft (491 m).
How hard is New England National Scenic Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for New England National Scenic Trail?
Parking at the start. 22 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on New England National Scenic Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 1.3 mi (2.2 km).
Is New England National Scenic Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (98% under trees).
What can you do on New England National Scenic Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near New England National Scenic Trail?
Barstow's Store and Bakery, 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. 2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for New England National Scenic Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Two Forest Trail Joseph Allen Skinner State Park · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Devil's Football Trail Joseph Allen Skinner State Park · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Tramway Trail Joseph Allen Skinner State Park · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Thermopylae Access Joseph Allen Skinner State Park · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.2 km)
- Walnut Trees Path Hampshire County · Easy · 2.4 mi (3.8 km)
- Black Rock Trail Mount Holyoke Range State Park · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Conglomerate Rock Trail Joseph Allen Skinner State Park · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
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