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Summary: Great Brook Farm provides 1000 acres of a variety of woodlands, pastures, swamps and streams as well as old farm structures that may be toured. 20 miles of trails exist, but the one specified here is a loop that covers most of the area. Wear boots, since it is muddy during the Spring, or anytime after a rain. In the winter, crosscountry ski trails are maintained. From the main parking lot, head to the Maple Ridge trail across North Road until it intersects with Pine Point Loop. Turn right and complete the Pine Point Loop around the pond until you return to North Road, then cross and continue on the Woodchuck Trail to the Litchfield loop, which will return you back to the main parking area. Trail maps are available on site, as well as on the web at http://www.state.ma.us/dem/parks/trails/great-brook600.gif Trailhead: Great Brook Farm is on Lowell Road in Carlisle, near the border with Chelmsford. From the center of Chelmsford, take 4 south to Concord Road. There are signs for Great Brook Farm, and there is a $2 parking fee. Parking vouchers can be purchased in the main parking lot. Great Brook Farm State Park is located in north-eastern Massachusetts. From north or south: Take Rte. 128 to Exit 31B. Rte. 225 west to Carlisle Center. North on Lowell St. (Lat:42.555 Lon:-71.353) Trail Guides for Great Brook Farm: Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Horses, Ranger Contact: Mass Dept of Conservation and Recreation: 617 626-1250 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Dana Burns, who has posted 1 other hike on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Professor on 2/21/2005 A +++ and for "beginner" cc skiing this is the place to go. GreatBrook Farm offers plenty of room to go at your own speed, beautiful wood surrounding, and other "beginners"he Weston trails are (mostly) man made and very icy, constant racing, expert ski folk in the way. In all, leaves little room for the beginner to feel comfortable. 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, Middlesex County Hiking, Middlesex County Trails, Middlesex County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
