Near Sanderson Academy Trail
Sunrise through frosty trees.
Near Sanderson Academy Trail
View of Beaver Pond from Beaver Brook Trail.

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Sanderson Academy Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
The first in a series of trails around Ashfield.
3.7
mi
Distance
431
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingHistoricalWildlife
Access Issues
Parking isn't allowed at the Sanderson Academy during school hours.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.71mi
Distance
431ft
Elevation Gain
391ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
1,843ft
High Point
1,496ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail starts from the edge of the soccer field at the Sanderson Academy. It travels through a cattail marsh then travels through the woods. It crosses over Route 116 and continues northward, crossing over Bug Hill Road, it then takes a left. It rises the top of Peter Hill, the tallest point in Ashfield. It descends through a Hemlock forest down to the powerlines and crosses over to the other side. It crosses over Swamp Road and turns left. Here, the trail ties into the Fern Glade Trail and runs to the Beaver Brook Trail. It follows the tread of the Beaver Brook and Lookout Trail. It crosses over Hawley Road and follows the Apple Valley Overlook Trail. This trail ends at the picnic table beneath the White Pine. This trail ties into the Overlook Trail, if you would like to continue farther.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
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