Hike Location: Douglas State Forest
Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.
Address: 107 Wallum Lake Rd., Douglas, MA
Leader: Phil Johanson
Length: 4-5 miles round-trip
Rating: Moderate – Hard (longer distance, steep climbs, or significant obstacles, requires good fitness)
Terrain: There may be icy, snowy or muddy conditions this early in the season. Some difficult rocky spots.
Landmarks: The hike is on the Coffee House Loop trail to the Midstate Trail to a Red Line Trail through Cedar Swamp
Parking: Wallum Lake Boat Ramp parking area
Meeting Location: Wallum Lake Boat Ramp
RSVP at
https://bit.ly/bhcspring26
*ONLY well-behaved dogs that are leashed are allowed
10 Essentials of Hiking in the Blackstone River Valley
Always bring water
If low blood sugar, bring OJ or other sugary snack/drink
Bring an easy snack for energy; granola bar
Sturdy shoes with good grips
Poles, if you need stability
Sun protection
Dress for the weather / in layers
Bug spray
In fall – wear orange
In winter- microspikes
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