Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary

Hilltop view at Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary

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Wachusett Meadow is a former farmstead that offers spectacular scenery and supports abundant wildlife throughout woodlands, wetlands, and meadows. Historic buildings and barns are still in use for educational programming and resident sheep graze pastures. Trails traverse many landscape features including Brown Hill Summit, Glacial Boulder, ancient trees, and beaver ponds. 

Location: 113 Goodnow Road, Princeton, MA 01541
Phone: 978-464-2712
Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 10 am-2 pm • Saturday, 10 am-4 pm • Sunday and Monday holidays 12:30 pm-4 pm • Trails daily, dawn to dusk

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Free Admission for Military Families

Free for Military Families

Family hiking uphill wooded trail

Families of active-duty military personnel get free admission through Labor Day. More details >

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Yellow Warbler © Richard Welch
Yellow Warbler © Richard Welch

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Upcoming Programs

Family Canoe on Wildlife Pond

June 22, 2019 (Saturday) 3:00pm - 5:00pm
We'll look for wood ducks, bullfrogs, and kingfishers and learn about wetland habitats on this guided paddle of Wachusett Mead... Learn More >
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