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Summary: Douglas State Forest has plenty of hiking and multi-use trails to enjoy. The highlight may be a portion of the Massachusetts MidState Trail that traverses from north to south. You may want to check park information and map at: http://www.state.ma.us/dem/parks/doug.htm http://www.state.ma.us/dem/parks/trails/Douglas.gif The suggested hike (marked red on topo) is the MidState Trail north to south, and upon reaching the south junction with the Coffeehouse Trail, traveling east untill you reach Wallum Lk. This would make for 6.6mi of easy terrain with some small hills to climb. You will pass nice lakes, wells, and diverse birds. MST is marked with yellow triangles. If you just do this portion, I recomend you park cars at the north and south trailheads. I have also marked on the topo map (in blue) an 8.7mi combination of trails you can use to return to your car if you want to convert this hike into a long (and tiresome) loop, or to enjoy at another... Trailhead: Douglas State Forest is located on the southern border of central Massachusetts. Check park mak: http://www.state.ma.us/dem/parks/trails/Douglas.gif For North Trail Head (Whitin Reservoir): Massachusetts Turnpike (Rte. I-90) to exit 10, Rte. 395 south, Rte. 16 east for 5 miles. Cedar Street north (on your left. Turn left into Wallis St, and turn left again on Northwest main st. About 1.25mi, you will find the trailhead road to the left. For South Trail Head (Wallum Lake): Massachusetts Turnpike (Rte. I-90) to exit 10, Rte. 395 south, Rte. 16 east for 5 miles. Cedar Street south (on the right) which converts into Wallum Lake Rd. The park's main entrance will be on your right. Parking spot about a mile beyond. (Lat:42.07789 Lon:-71.78752) Trail Guides for Mid State Trail - Douglas: MidState Trail Guide by www.midstatetrail.org (www.midstatetrail.org) Nature Walks in Central Massachusetts by René Laubach (Appalachian Mountain Club Books) Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Bikes, Ranger Contact: Mass DEM - 508 476-7872 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Jose Anes, who has posted 25 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Page 1 of 2 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by pitdog on 10/28/2007 Again I have just hiked from zamby hospital via the north south trail to the shelter on the midstate.Than to the douglas state forest and back to the tri state marker,from there to the buck hill parkenlot.The trail was a little wet and rainy,but its still better than staying home.
Reviewed by pitdog on 10/25/2007 I just hiked from the sutton line to buck hill parking area via the midstate trail.The sun was strong and the temps were awsome.I love training here.PEACE.PITDOG
Reviewed by RickP on 8/19/2007 Nice, but flat, and slightly boring, non scenic in proportion to north and western MA. 
Reviewed by Dave Armstrong on 5/30/2007 Visited memorial day weekend w/family. Got together with a few more of my nudist buddies and went out on the trunk,Brrrr cold wet not a good nude hiking day ,but saw lots of wildlife,very quiet & very relaxing, no bugs amen!. I normally stick to the trunk I forgot the trails and would like to know how are they now?. I use to live in webster years ago & hiked the trails alot,now that I moved to florida I forgot alot of them & would love some updates please, Pitdog we need to talk. Pictures too!.Nude Dude Dave, Delray Beach,Fl.561-414-6103
Reviewed by pitdog on 3/31/2007 Today the trails have really dried out and days are beautiful.pitdog
Reviewed by pitdog on 3/25/2007 The hiking aroung the lake was excellant,but the hiking was slower because of the slippery melting snow.Although,the day was beautiful and exciting.I seen five people in between the shelter and the park[douglas].A really nice day.pitdog
Reviewed by TK on 2/4/2007 crampons are needed at the cow tunnel at rt 20.
Reviewed by pitdog on 1/21/2007 I just hiked the s part of the trail.The shelter was in good shape.The trails were nice with a few blow downs.I completed a loop of 7 mi around the lake. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Massachusetts Hiking, Massachusetts Trails, Massachusetts Hikes, Worcester County Hiking, Worcester County Trails, Worcester County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||