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High Watch Trail*

Trail in High Watch Preserve

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Difficulty: Strenuous

Round-trip Distance: 2.60 miles

Trail Markings: Orange Paint Blazing

About a 1 to 1.5 hour hike from trailhead to mountain top, this wooded trail along the mountain’s north side is a great hike for kids, combining soft pine-covered trails with three somewhat steeper rocky sections – just enough for variety. The kids will love scrambling up the rocks, and plus, there’s the fire tower at the top. The observation deck is closed unless a forest ranger is in attendance, but views can be had from the tower below the observation deck. The trail passes through a forest of beech, hemlock, maple, oak and spruce. Note that the trail is not on Forest Society land for approximately 1/3 mile at the start of the hike: this section of trail may be rutted, please stay on the trail.

Round trip hiking time is approximately 3 hours.

"Help us care for this property by following these guidelines during your visit:

  • This property is open dawn to dusk
  • Carry out all trash
  • Dogs must remain under control and owners must pack out all dog waste
  • No motorized wheeled vehicles
  • No camping
  • No campfires
  • Hunting and fishing are allowed
  • Leave natural and cultural features undisturbed”

Additional Information

Allowed Access
Dogs
Pedestrians
Activities
Birdwatching
Bow Hunting
Dog Walking
Hiking
Rifle Hunting
Snowshoeing
Walking
Wildlife Watching
Accessibility Description

This trail has uneven surfaces, possible hazards (i.e. downed trees or branches) and may be muddy at certain times of the year. Parking areas and pull offs are not typically plowed in winter months, and trails may be inaccessible due to lack of safe, off-road parking at this time of year.

The Forest Society welcomes all people to our forest reservations, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or age.

Overview

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    668.84 mi Away
  • Lat/Lng
    43.76766, -71.03680
  • Length
    1.28 Miles