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Hike to Horseshoe Cove (Gate 22) 9/13/2025

Saturday, September 13, 2025
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Address

167 Temple St, West Boylston, MA 01583
Directions 

Contact

Wachusett Reservoir

Address

Field Headquarters
180 Beaman St., West Boylston, MA 01583
Directions 

Phone

Field Headquarters Call Wachusett Reservoir, Field Headquarters at (508) 792-7806
Watershed Rangers Call Wachusett Reservoir, Watershed Rangers at (978) 365-3800

Overview

Fees: Free

Meet at Wachusett Reservoir Gate 22, Rt 140, West Boylston. GPS address 167 Temple St, West Boylston. About 2.5 miles round trip. 

Hike to the shoreline of this pristine water body. Ponds, rock ledges, and forest roads offer interesting views along the way.Hikes will be at a slow pace.

Dogs are not allowed on water supply protection lands.

Hike will be a slow pace and last about 1.5 hours. Hike may be cancelled or modified for weather and trail conditions. To check status and receive an automated message, please email Kathryn.Parent@mass.gov or call 617-352-4044.

Additional Resources

Open file,  Wachusett Reservoir Forest Roads and Gates Map

Contact

Address

Field Headquarters
180 Beaman St., West Boylston, MA 01583
Directions 

Phone

Field Headquarters Call Wachusett Reservoir, Field Headquarters at (508) 792-7806
Watershed Rangers Call Wachusett Reservoir, Watershed Rangers at (978) 365-3800

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