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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
Winter Activities
Winter Wonders
Fox Sparrow
Find winter birds, take a night hike, or explore by snowshoe! Browse programs >
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Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary
Special Event April 18, 2020
Meet Finch, Monarca, Willow, and the rest of Wachusett Meadow's flock! Enjoy sheep shearing demonstrations, local vendors, crafters, kid's activities, and more.
Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary
Explore over 12 miles of sanctuary trails on snowshoes and enjoy the beauty and peacefulness of the winter woods. Bring your own snowshoes, or rent a pair from us!
Upcoming Programs
Frogs and salamanders are fascinating critters that vary in their life cycles, habits, and habitats. We'll start things off wi... Learn More >
Learn to read a trail map, pick the right gear fro a given outing, and prepare to hike safely. Then hike to the top of Brown H... Learn More >
Join our expert guide for a morning walk in search of Wachusett Meadow's diverse birdlife. We'll look for spring migrants as w... Learn More >