We’d argue that fall is the best time of year to wander through the Bay State, and one of the best ways to embrace the season is by taking a beautiful nature hike. Though there are tons of parks and nature preserves to explore when the leaves turn, Wachusett Mountain State Reservation in Princeton is arguably home to the best fall views in the state.

With over 17 miles of hiking trails to take on, including a massive mountain to summit for the best vantage point of the leaves, it doesn’t get better than this. If you’re looking to take a hike to view the fall foliage in Massachusetts, you need to take on one of the many hiking trails within Wachusett Mountain State Reservation.

Welcome to Wachusett Mountain State Reservation! This massive reservation is home to the popular Mount Wachusett.
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With over 3,000 acres of Massachusetts beauty to explore, you could spend hours within this massive park.
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Though Wachusett Reservation is gorgeous all year long, there's nothing like visiting in the fall. During October in Massachusetts, the fall foliage is absolutely breathtaking.
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Though this reservation is great for picnicking, skiing, and so much more, the hiking trails feature some of the best nature views in the state.
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There are over 17 miles of hiking trails within Wachusett Mountain State Reservation to explore, and all of them come to life in the fall.
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From difficult summit hikes to simple lake hikes, there's something here for everyone. No matter which hiking trail you take on, none of them are short of fall views.
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If you make it to the summit of Mount Wachusett, you're in for an otherworldly experience — especially during the fall season.
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Next time you're looking for a way to see the Massachusetts fall foliage up close, take a hike on one of the many hiking trails within Wachusett Mountain State Reservation in Princeton. Don't forget your camera, because these fall views are worth preserving.
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For more information on Wachusett Mountain State Reservation, you can visit the Mass.gov website right here.

Have you ever visited Wachusett Mountain in the fall? Which hiking trail is your favorite? We’d love to hear about your experiences in the comments, and don’t forget to then go share photos from your Massachusetts outdoor adventures with us in our Massachusetts Nature Lovers group on Facebook, or by tagging us at #onlyinmassachusetts on Instagram for a chance to be featured!—

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Wachusett Mountain State Reservation, 345 Mountain Rd, Princeton, MA 01541, USA