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Lake Waban Path route map
ModerateLoop
Massachusetts

Lake Waban Path

Wellesley, Massachusetts

3.0 mi

Distance

538 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 3m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Lake Waban Path is a 3-mile loop trail located in Wellesley, Massachusetts. This moderate trail winds around Lake Waban, offering a serene natural setting with a dirt surface that may become muddy or uneven in places. Ideal for a leisurely walk or an engaging hike, the trail provides a gentle challenge with approximately 538 feet of elevation gain. The elevation range varies from 118 to 180 feet, making it accessible for those seeking a moderately strenuous outdoor experience.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

uneven terrain

Elevation Profile

Min:36 ft
Max:55 ft
164 ft
164 ft
36 ft42 ft49 ft55 ft0.0 mi0.8 mi1.5 mi2.3 mi3.0 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Loop
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.

Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Highlights

lake viewsforest setting

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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.

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