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Mt. Watatic
Ashburnham, MA
Trailheads, measurements, times, distances, and maps are all approximate and relative to the hike(s) as shown below.
Trail near Watatic summit
Mount Watatic is one of the highest peaks in Central Massachusetts. Once an alpine ski area, the summit offers strong views in almost every direction. Despite its summit elevation, the vertical is not overly challenging.
| Hike Ratings |
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Getting To Trailhead: |
Easy |
| Destination: |
Mt. Watatic |
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Length: |
Moderate |
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Steepness: |
Moderate |
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Navigation: |
Moderate |
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Views: |
Excellent |
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Crowds: |
Heavy |
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| Hike Stats |
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Date Hiked: |
Monday, September 4, 2006 |
| Hike Commenced: |
11:28 AM |
| Parking Elevation: |
1,243' |
| Destination: |
Mt. Watatic |
| Ascent Commenced: |
11:29 AM at Wapack/Midstate Trail trailhead |
| Summit Reached: |
11:52 PM |
| Trailhead Elevation: |
1,235' |
| Summit Elevation: |
1,832' |
| Vertical Gain: |
647' |
| Hike Ended: |
12:29 PM |
| Hike Vertical Gain: |
812' |
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Wapack Trail near trailhead
Looking south-southeast at lower ledge of Mt. Watatic summit
Directions to trailhead: Take Route 101/119 North/West from Ashby, limited parking available at trailhead on right side of road (otherwise park on side of road).
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