Wachusett Redline Hike

Quick Facts

• Distance: 17.6 miles
• Elevation Gain: 4,400 feet
• Difficulty: Very Difficult
• Restrictions: No motorized vehicles, no bikes

Hike Overview

The Wachusett Redline is a 17.6‑mile hike that covers all trails on Wachusett Mountain (excluding roads).

• Total climb: 4,400 vertical feet
• Typical time: 7.5 to 10 hours
• Can be completed in one long day or split into multiple shorter hikes (example: 4‑day plan).

Trailhead

• Location: Westminster Road / Administration Road trailhead, Princeton, MA
• About 1 mile up Westminster Road from Mountain Road
• Google Maps link

Hike Details

• One-Day Route:
  • Map and step-by-step guide available.
  • Designed to minimize backtracking and return to the starting point.
• Four-Day Route:
  • Each day begins and ends at the same trailhead.
  • Breaks the Redline into manageable sections.
  • Flexibility: The Redline can be completed in many ways, but hikers must record the date for each trail to qualify for the completion patch.

Notes

• More info and hiker comments: Wachusett Hikers Facebook Page
• Completion Patch: Fill out and send the application form after finishing.
• Tip: Because of the hike’s length, consider caching water and supplies along the route.
• Links to maps and step-by-step instructions are available for both the one-day and four-day versions.

Route Options

One-Day Route

Four-Day Route