Explore the Serenity of Mass Audubon's Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary

Getting There

• Car

  From Wachusett Mountain Ski Area, head northwest on Mountain Rd toward MA-140 N. Continue on MA-140 N for about 5 miles. Merge onto I-190 N toward Worcester. After approximately 8.5 miles, take exit 6 for MA-2 W toward Gardner. Continue on MA-2 W for about 7 miles and take exit 26 for MA-31 S toward Princeton. Follow MA-31 S for about 3 miles until you reach Goodnow Rd. Turn right onto Goodnow Rd, and the Mass Audubon's Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary will be on your left at 113 Goodnow Rd, Princeton, MA. There is no parking fee at the sanctuary.

• Public Transportation

  From Wachusett Mountain Ski Area, you will need to take a taxi or rideshare service to the nearest public transportation hub, which is in the town of Westminster. Once there, board the MBTA bus route 14 toward Gardner. After about a 30-minute ride, get off at the intersection of MA-31 and Goodnow Rd. From there, it's a short 0.5-mile walk to the sanctuary at 113 Goodnow Rd, Princeton, MA. Note that bus fares vary, so check the MBTA website for current pricing.

• Bicycle

  For those who enjoy cycling, you can ride from Wachusett Mountain Ski Area. Start on Mountain Rd, heading northwest until you reach MA-140 N. Follow MA-140 N, and then take a left onto I-190 N. After about 4 miles, exit onto MA-2 W toward Gardner. Continue on MA-2 W until you can exit onto MA-31 S. Follow MA-31 S for about 3 miles to Goodnow Rd. Turn right onto Goodnow Rd, and the sanctuary will be on your left. Ensure you wear a helmet and follow local cycling regulations.