Meadow at Wachusett Meadow with tree on left and grass trail — Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, Princeton

Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary

Princeton
1220 Acres

Plan Your Visit

Wachusett Meadow is a former farmstead that offers spectacular scenery and supports abundant wildlife throughout woodlands, wetlands, and meadows. Historic buildings and barns are still in use for educational programming and resident sheep graze pastures.

Directions to Wachusett Meadow

Hours

Nature Center

Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
9:00 am–4:00 pm

Wednesday & Friday
10:00 am-2:00 pm

Sundays & Monday Holidays
11:00 am-3:00 pm

Trails

Daily
dawn to dusk

12 miles
1,200 feet

See Trail Maps

Admissions

Adults $4
Seniors (65+) $3
Children (2-12) $3

Contact

978-464-2712 [email protected]

113 Goodnow Road
Princeton, MA 01541

Connect with Wachusett Meadow

Property Regulations

Foot travel only; please stay on trails (day passes are available for powered mobility devices)
Dog walking and horseback riding are prohibited; please leave all animals and pets at home (service animals welcome)
Camping, collecting, smoking, hunting, fishing, releasing of animals, and feeding wildlife is prohibited.
Commercial photography needs prior approval; please see all photography guidelines.