July 6, 2020
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Wachusett Meadow trails are open to local visitors; buildings & restrooms closed. See guidelines. Read More
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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Sanctuary News & Events
Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary
Since it wasn't possible to host our annual Sheep & Wool Festival this year due to COVID-19, we wanted to bring the festival experience to you—virtually! Get to know the sanctuary's resident sheep, learn all about shearing, connect with our wonderful vendors, and find out how you can help support the sanctuary's flock.
Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary
At Wachusett Meadow, there is a lot we can do while working remotely. But we can't host field trips, public programs, or special events—and donations to offset these losses are urgently needed.
Upcoming Programs
In this outdoor yoga class, connect with your breath, body, mind, and nature with Wachusett Meadow as your backdrop. This clas... Learn More >
Looking for ways to support social and emotional growth in your students? Nature may have some answers. In this class, we will... Learn More >
Enjoy Wachusett Meadow's beautiful trails during these guided, relaxed-pace walks. Our teacher-naturalist guide will help you... Learn More >