Are dogs allowed on Jacobs Hill?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Jacobs Hill but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Jacobs Hill?

No, Jacobs Hill does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Jacobs Hill?

Jacobs Hill is rated easy. It is 1.2 miles long with 269 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Jacobs Hill suitable for kids?

Yes, Jacobs Hill is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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EasyOut and Back

Massachusetts

Jacobs Hill

Royalston, Massachusetts

1.2 mi

Distance

269 ft

Elev. Gain

30m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Jacobs Hill is a 173-acre (70 ha) open space preserve in Royalston, Massachusetts acquired in 1975 by the land conservation non-profit organization The Trustees of Reservations. The preserve includes scenic vistas, ledges, woodlands, a northern bog, and Spirit Falls, a 30 foot (9.1 m) waterfall. The 22-mile (35 km) Tully Trail passes through the property. Views from the ledges include the Berkshires as well as nearby Long Pond and the Tully River Valley, Tully Mountain, and Mount Grace.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:304 ft

Max:346 ft

82 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.