Midstate Trail Permit: Route
Midstate Trail permits are walk-up only in Midstate Trail (MA). The route covers about 93.2 miles, measured along the route.
This guide covers the Midstate Trail permit.
free (day hiking); no permit or fee to walk the trail
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about 93.2 miles, measured along the route
Distance
About Midstate Trail
92 miles across central Massachusetts state forests and reservations, from the Rhode Island line to New Hampshire. No dedicated shelter chain; most thru-hikers shuttle to a bed or camp off-trail.
The Midstate Trail
- Distance
- about 93.2 miles, measured along the route
Points along the route
- Mount Watatic (north terminus area)Mile 1.2, 1,832 ft
- Mount HungerMile 5.8, 1,445 ft
- Muddy PondMile 10.4, 1,044 ft
- Redemption RockMile 20.6, 944 ft
- Leominster State Forest1,047 ft
- Wachusett Mountain State Reservation (summit)Mile 24.1, 2,006 ft
- Barre Falls DamMile 37.7, 819 ft
- Rutland State Forest / Prison Camp Road area1,143 ft
- Spencer town crossing818 ft
- Purgatory Chasm State Reservation593 ft
- White HallMile 42.6, 881 ft
- Buck HillMile 51.2, 1,017 ft
- Flat HillMile 62.4, 1,063 ft
- Buffalo HillMile 74.5, 765 ft
- Douglas State Forest (south terminus)Mile 84.6, 830 ft
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit for Midstate Trail?
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Yes, a permit is required. Walk-up permits are available at the trailhead or visitor center, but arrive early as they may be limited.
How long is the Midstate Trail route?
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The route is about 93.2 miles, measured along the route.
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