The Iconic Hiking Trail In Massachusetts Is One Of The Coolest Outdoor Adventures You’ll Ever Take
By Kim Falchek|Published February 01, 2024
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Kim Falchek has been exploring the towns, trails, and hidden gems of Massachusetts since her college days in Boston. When not writing, Kim enjoys photography, going on road trips, and spending time at the beach. Kim has previously been a contributing writer for LA Family Travel, Global Munchkins, and Latched Mama. She currently lives in Salem, Massachusetts where she and her family embrace all things Halloween!
My family and I recently visited the Mount Wachusett Ski Area in Princeton, Massachusetts for the first time. I hadn’t been out to this part of the state in quite a while and was blown away by its beauty. The mountains were majestic and the scenery was stunning. I couldn’t wait to see what more the area had to offer. I quickly added Mount Wachusett to my future hiking list!
Wachusett Mountain State Reservation is made up of 3,000 acres of scenic land and includes many miles of trails.
According to AllTrails, the Wachusett Mountain via Balance Rock, Old Indian, and Semuhenna Trail Loop is rated one of the top hikes in the state.
This trail is a 3.8-mile loop that takes over two hours to complete. It is ranked as a moderately difficult trail. Certain aspects of it can be steep and rocky. It can also get muddy at times.
Because this loop is made up of several intersecting trails, there is a lot to see. Water features, towers, and historical markers are some of the features that you may pass along the way. Birds and snakes may also make appearances.
One of the coolest parts of this hike is viewing Balance Rock. This double rock formation with one boulder balancing atop another was created by glaciers.
