The Metacomet-Monadnock Trail is a beautiful footpath that spans Massachusetts. It’s perfect for hikers that are looking for a bit of a challenge, as well as those that might just want a pleasant romp through state’s scenic wilderness.
You’ll pass waterfalls, edge along dramatic cliff faces, meander through woodland meadows and finally conquer the summit of one of Massachusetts’ most beautiful peaks.
Check out the full trail guide and map here. We’ve already covered quite a few of the best hiking trails in Massachusetts, which you can look at here.
At 148 miles, the Metacomet-Monadnock Trail is definitely long. However, the beauty of the trail is that you can pick which chunks you would like to do: there’s plenty of amazing scenery throughout.
Parts of the trail wind through Hamden, Hampshire, Franklin and Worcester counties. It begins in Springfield, between West Suffield Mountain and Provin Mountain.
So what’s the best part of the trail to try? It depends on what you want to see. One of the most spectacular routes passes along the Mount Tom range.
If you fancy a bit of ruin exploration, hike the area around Mount Nonotuck. There you’ll find the Eyrie House, a beautiful, crumbling, stone hotel from the 1800s.
The northern part of the trail will take you past Royalston Falls. The falls are right near the New Hampshire border in Royalston, so this part of the trail is definitely convenient for those who live around that area.
