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Exploring the North Side of the Quabbin Watershed via Gate 29 - 8/15/2026

Saturday, August 15, 2026
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Address

Elm Street and Route 202, New Salem, MA 01355

Contact

Quabbin Reservoir

Address

100 Winsor Dam Rd., Belchertown , MA 01007

Overview

  • Fees: Free
  • Capacity: 25 people

2.4 miles
Moderate

Join us for a 2.4-mile out/back hike on Quabbin’s north side of the watershed.  We will be walking through the forest on a dirt road and ending at the shoreline of the reservoir. Walking to the water, the hike covers 1.2-miles and relatively little change in elevation.  We will then backtrack and head out the way we came in.  Please dress appropriately for the weather and bring water and snacks.  

Dogs are not allowed.

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