Near Highland Farm Loop
Large maple at Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary.
Near Highland Farm Loop
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Highland Farm Loop

4.0 (2 Ratings)
This loop features red cedar, pitch pine-oak, white and red pine, Northern Flickers, Great Horned Owls, and butterflies.
1.4
mi
Distance
90
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsSpringWildlife
Access Issues
<b>Mass Audubon sanctuaries do not allow jogging on our trails. This is a hiking/walking route only.</b>

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.37mi
Distance
90ft
Elevation Gain
90ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
293ft
High Point
254ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Head out on this clockwise loop from the visitor center going west toward the greenhouse. After two-tenths of a mile, turn left on the Red Maple Trail and take that to its southern terminus before heading west again, this time on the Highland Farm Meadow Connector toward Wellington Hill and the Highland Farm Loop Trail. Take the loop all the way around back to the Red Maple Trail. From this point, you'll return the way you came. There are a number of other trails in the area to explore, for more information check in at the visitor center or visit their website.

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Contributors
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