The trail offers panoramic vistas and close-ups of New England’s natural and cultural landscape: traprock ridges, historic village centers, farmlands, unfragmented forests, quiet streams, steep river valleys and waterfalls.
Photo: AMC Photo
New England National Scenic Trail
From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts.
- LocationSpringfield, MA
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursDaily, Sunrise to Sunset
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Weather now72°F Sunny
- Alerts No active alerts
Overview
Topics
- Animals
- Forests and Woodlands
- Natural Sounds
- Night Sky
- Scenic Views
- Trails
- Waterfalls
- Wilderness
Things to Do
8 activities. Pick one to find other parks that offer it.
Facilities & Services
Find visitor centers and other services available in the park. Check current hours and availability before you go.
Visitor Centers
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Connecticut Forest & Park Association
Visitor Center
Headquarters of our CT Partner. The main CFPA office has a New England NST Passport stamp and information on the NET and the CT Blue-Blazed Trail network.
16 Meriden Rd, Rockfall, CT (860) 346-8733 Directions
Details
Headquarters of our CT Partner. The main CFPA office has a New England NST Passport stamp and information on the NET and the CT Blue-Blazed Trail network. -
Springfield Armory NHS
Visitor Center
The headquarters of the NET is located at the Springfield Armory NHS. The visitors center there has NET Passport stamps and items for sale in the gift shop.
One Armory Square, Springfield, MA (413) 734-8551 Directions
Details
The headquarters of the NET is located at the Springfield Armory NHS. The visitors center there has NET Passport stamps and items for sale in the gift shop.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Daily, Sunrise to Sunset · New England Trail Hours
Hours details
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New England Trail HoursDaily, Sunrise to Sunset
As the New England trail crosses private property and state land, many locations along the trail do not permit night hiking or overnight parking. Before going out on a hike, check the hours of local parks for parking and hiking regulations.
Monday Sunrise to Sunset Tuesday Sunrise to Sunset Wednesday Sunrise to Sunset Thursday Sunrise to Sunset Friday Sunrise to Sunset Saturday Sunrise to Sunset Sunday Sunrise to Sunset
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Address
New England Trail, c/o Springfield Armory National Historic SiteSpringfield, MA 01105
Contact the park
Weather & conditions
72°F
Sunny · feels like 70°
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Today
72° 46°
Sunny71% rain
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Tomorrow
60° 50°
Mist89% rain -
Wednesday
75° 56°
Overcast28% rain
Updated 2 hr ago
What to expect by season
Temperatures range from warm, humid summer days to cold New England winter days.
Photos
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Youth hike to Farley Ledge — NPS Photo -
Getting There
Springfield, MA 01105
More than 100 public roads cross the New England Trail, and there are trail head parking areas at or near many of these crossings. Detailed Trail Maps are available from Appalachian Mountain Club and Connecticut Forest & Park Association.
Full directions
For Massachusetts maps, visit the AMC Berkshire Chapter; for Connecticut, visit the CFPA Bookstore. Direct access by bus is available at several points in Connecticut and Massachusetts. Train service is available at two points – in Guilford, CT and Northampton, MA.
Mailing address: New England Trail, Springfield, MA 01105
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