Connecting the Mass Central Rail Trail through Wachusett and Ware Communities since 1995
Wachusett Greenways’ (WG) mission is connecting central Massachusetts communities with the Mass Central Rail Trail (MCRT). In 1995, this all-volunteer nonprofit group and our partners began to build and maintain the MCRT. Members, volunteers, donors and many partners are central to our work. Together, we have completed 21 miles of the planned 30 miles of the WG MCRT between Sterling and Barre.
The first WG MCRT section opened in 1997. Wachusett Greenways partners include MA Department of Conservation and Recreation, eight towns, MassTrails, regional foundations, businesses and MCRT Alliance. Our eight partner towns are Barre, Holden, Oakham, Paxton, Princeton, Rutland, Sterling and West Boylston. Along the 104 mile corridor between Northampton and Boston, several groups are working to complete the Mass Central Rail Trail.
Learn more about Wachusett Greenways here!
Ready to volunteer?
Find Your Niche! Volunteers are vital to Wachusett Greenways’ success. You are invited for fun and service. From trail work, to grant writing, hospitality, outreach, and other initiatives. Please contact Colleen Abrams at 508-479-2123, or send us a message to learn more.
Ready to share?
Send us your Mass Central Rail Trail photos and stories using this link. Send us a message to learn more.
Greenways News
Wachusett Greenways periodically updates this page with announcements, trail reports and conditions. If you find an issue with any part of the trail, please use the button below to Report a Trail Issue.
Snowtime!
Parking lot plowing is key to enjoying the Mass Central Rail Trail for winter hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. We’re stepping up to keep the parking and trail entries plowed and shoveled soon after each storm. Please contact us if you arrive and find a...
Mural Painted in Charnock Hill Tunnel
Margaret McCandless is the artist and creator behind the new Charnock Tunnel mural. Completed early October 2021, with the help of 12 volunteers, here she is with her inspiration.Margaret McCandless is the lead painter and designer on this project. Margaret has been...
e-Connector 12-16-20
In this edition… invitation to our virtual annual meeting and 2019 Annual Report
eConnector 12-15-19
In this edition… Who’s on the MCRT? and a Request for your Support
Remembering Dr. Ed Yaglou
Dr. Edward P. Yaglou (88), of Barre (previously from Princeton) beloved friend of so many, and Wachusett Greenways leader, died on Sunday, December 8, with his family at his side. We are saddened by the loss of this dedicated servant of his family and the greater...
e-Connector 11-22-19
