Wachusett Mountain West Side Trail is a 2.7 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Westminster, Massachusetts that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.
Kid friendly
Backpacking
Hiking
Nature trips
Snowshoeing
Walking
Bird watching
Forest
Views
Wild flowers
Wildlife
Mon Jul 06 2020Nice trail, well marked, lots of rock scrambles, coming down was a pain... still a nice hike. 98 percent of the trail is shaded, which was a life saver on a sweltering day
Mon Jul 06 2020A great intermediate trail. There are a few steeper parts but the overall ascent is manageable. We had zero bugs and lots of great views at the top. Took us 1 hr 45 total mostly because there were a few groups of kids and families and they took a while getting through the tough spots. Will definitely be returning!
Tue Jun 16 2020The trail has 3 steepish parts with flats in between. It brings you to the steep part of Old Indian trail as a last push to the summit. Overall, a great trail!
Fri Jun 12 2020This is a very pretty, but difficult trail in spite of the moderate rating. I am older, but saw several younger, more fit people needing to use lots of effort on this one.
Fri Jun 12 2020This was a really fun and scenic trail. Very rocky overall and especially at the summit. Definitely the hardest “moderate” trail I’ve done.
Mon Jun 08 2020Hiked 6/8/2020: 1st time hiking Wachusett Mountain, so happy we chose this trail. Very fun with all the rock scrambles. Some parts are steep, but levels out as soon as you get through them which gives your legs and lungs a nice break. Weather was perfect, no bugs, not too crowded, great views. Dog was in heaven. Recommend if you’re looking for a bit of a workout and a fun trail.
Sun Jun 07 2020Quiet trail with no crowds until it crosses with old Indian
Sun Jun 07 2020The trail is in great shape. no bugs today. a lot of people though!!
Sat Jun 06 2020Great hike with good parking at trailhead. Extra lot a quarter mile down the road if main lot is full. Going up West Side Trail to the summit, you will need to climb some rocky sections. These portions are relatively short and are generally followed by flat ground. We took the Semuhenna Trail back down which seemed like it might have been less strenuous to go up, albeit a little longer.
Sat Jun 06 2020The ascent was glorious and cool under the canopy, and I didn't encounter a soul until I go to the Link. I climbed Mountain Lodge and there were quite a few people when I got to the top. The tower was closed, but there were some good views all the same. Descending MST was hard on my knees, but not unmanagable.
Thu May 28 2020Sat May 23 2020Great day :) still some mud that the dogs looooved. Fire tower lookout is closed. Nbd. Loved it just like every other time
Sun May 17 2020This is one of my favorite trails! It's a very good workout and has great views
Sun May 03 2020This trail was more heavily trafficked than moderate would suggest, especially the trail up to the summit.
Wed Apr 29 2020Great trail. Lots of more difficult climbs in very wet conditions made slow going. Running water over steep descent so I walked part of the Summit Road on the way down rather than risk slip and injury. Beautiful day. Could see Boston and Mt. Washington (as a tiny white spot) on the distant horizon. A nice gentleman who hikes there frequently pointed out Mt. Washington. The road down was a nice this early in the year. I will be back with my kids to hike this again.
Sun Apr 26 2020Pretty solid trail conditions.
Mon Apr 06 2020best trail on the mountain
Sun Mar 29 2020fun hike with kids, was very muddy and icy in spots today. can be challenging at times going up and down. great overall.
