A town conservation area on Calamint Hill Road North open for hiking, hunting, biking, and cross-country skiing/snowshoeing, with a developing trail network built by volunteer Trail Stewards including a beaver pond overlook and connections to Boylston Park and the Princeton Land Trust's Appell property.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free · unconfirmed
Trails
About 3.5 miles combined across three interconnected loops (East, West, and the PLT-built 0.7-mile Appell trail), through wooded, sometimes rocky terrain with…
Dogs
No standalone leash law in Princeton; a "nuisance dog" off the owner's premises must be under the control of a competent person or pose no threat to public safety (General Bylaws Ch. XII, Section 1(c)(4)). The Town's own hike guide…
Managed by
Princeton Conservation Commission
WebsiteWhat's here
On site
Info kiosk
Two informational kiosks at the trailhead lot.
Common questions
Where do I park for Calamint Hill?
About 0.25 miles up Calamint Hill Road North on the left, at a lot marked by two kiosks.
Are bikes and horses allowed?
Yes, along with dogs; only motorized vehicles are prohibited.
Where do I park at Calamint Hill Conservation Area?
Free lot (Free).
Can I bring my dog to Calamint Hill Conservation Area?
No standalone leash law in Princeton; a "nuisance dog" off the owner's premises must be under the control of a competent person or pose no threat to public safety (General Bylaws Ch. XII, Section 1(c)(4)). The Town's own hike guide separately notes dogs are welcome on these trails.
What rules should I know at Calamint Hill Conservation Area?
Hunting is an allowed use in season; use caution and consider blaze orange during fall hunting seasons. No motorized vehicles.