Wachusett Mountain State Reservation
345 Mountain Rd, Princeton, MA 01541
3,000 acres · 17 miles of trails
Princeton's 3,000-acre Wachusett Mountain State Reservation reaches a 2,006-ft summit with 17 miles of trails open to leashed dogs. Amenities feature shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Summit views reward the climb.
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- Park
- Wachusett Mountain State Reservation
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Princeton, Massachusetts
- Coordinates
- 42.4886, -71.8856
- Size
- 3,000 acres
- Trail miles
- 17
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (2,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.9 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 2,810 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 3,000 acres of room
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Dog policy
3,000-acre state reservation with 2,006-ft summit. Leashed dogs welcome on 17 miles of trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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