West Perimeter Road
Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center, Franklin County, MA
Out-and-back trail in Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center, Franklin County, MA. Cross-country skiing.
- Distance
- 1.8 mi (2.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 144 ft (44 m)
- Est. Time
- 30 min
- High point
- 1,063 ft (324 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Northfield Mountain 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from start
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Questions about West Perimeter Road
How long is West Perimeter Road?
West Perimeter Road is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) long. Most people take about 30 min. It climbs 144 ft (44 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,063 ft (324 m).
How hard is West Perimeter Road?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for West Perimeter Road?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on West Perimeter Road?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is West Perimeter Road shaded?
Mostly shaded (88% under trees).
Is West Perimeter Road good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on West Perimeter Road?
Best for Cross-country skiing. Surface: paved.
Is this a good week for West Perimeter Road?
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.
Trails near West Perimeter Road
- Blue Trail Franklin County · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Orange/White Trail Franklin County · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- Yellow Trail Franklin County · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.5 km)
- Sidewinder Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center · Moderate · 1.4 mi (2.2 km)
- Green Trail Franklin County · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.5 km)
- Summit Trail Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.7 km)
- Orange Trail Franklin County · Easy · 1 mi (1.7 km)
- Cascade Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
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