A 131-acre ridge property that climbs about 520 feet from Scott Brook to a scenic overlook called Thoreau's Seat, looking west toward Mount Wachusett and Kettle Brook Reservoir. The trail is red-blazed but junctions are not always well marked, so a map or GPS is worth bringing.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
about 2 miles one way to the summit (roughly 4 miles round trip) moderate; starts level along Scott… · natural dirt/rock, uneven in places
Dogs
Leash required at all times under GWLT's land-use policy, stricter than Paxton's own bylaw
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Greater Worcester Land Trust
508-795-3838 · WebsiteCommon questions
GWLT's most recent published hunting-permit list names Cascades West, Southwick Pond and Sibley Farm as the properties open to hunting; Asnebumskit Ridge was not on that list, though GWLT's general permit process exists for other parcels too.
Where do I park at Asnebumskit Ridge Conservation Area?
Free lot (free).
Are there trails at Asnebumskit Ridge Conservation Area?
Yes. about 2 miles one way to the summit (roughly 4 miles round trip). moderate; starts level along Scott Brook then climbs… difficulty. Surface: natural dirt/rock, uneven in places.
Is there an entry fee at Asnebumskit Ridge Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Asnebumskit Ridge Conservation Area?
Leash required at all times under GWLT's land-use policy, stricter than Paxton's own bylaw
What rules should I know at Asnebumskit Ridge Conservation Area?
Streams must be crossed on the trail and junctions are not always clearly marked; carrying a map or GPS is recommended.