Wachusett Mountain

Wachusett Mountain State Reservation protects 3,000 acres including the 2,006-foot summit of Wachusett Mountain, the highest peak in eastern Massachusetts.

The mountain supports diverse wildlife including black bear and bobcat. Summit communities harbor northern species.

Northern hardwood forests transition to stunted summit vegetation. The summit supports species more typical of northern New England.

Wachusett Mountain is an erosion remnant of resistant rock standing above the surrounding terrain.

Summit conditions are notably harsher than surrounding lowlands.

A summit road and buildings have served visitors since the 19th century. A ski area operates on the mountain.

The reservation has protected the mountain since 1899.

Multiple trails climb to the panoramic summit. The ski area operates in winter. The summit road provides seasonal vehicle access.

Summit facilities include visitor services. The reservation is accessible from Route 140 in Princeton.

The reservation protects the summit ecosystem while accommodating ski area operations.