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A Quiet Afternoon at Leadmine Mountain Trails

Skip the crowds at Old Sturbridge Village and explore the quiet, wooded trails of Leadmine Mountain instead. It is a peaceful spot with history and nature, perfect for a slow afternoon walk.

Best time: noneAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 14:00

    Leadmine Mountain Trails

    Start your walk at the Leadmine Mountain Trails entrance. Park at 10 Shattuck Rd or on Old Sturbridge Village Rd. The trails wind around the old summer camp site, where you can see the foundations of buildings that stood here in the 1950s. It is a quiet, lesser-known hike with beautiful land.

  2. 15:00

    Leadmine Mountain Trails

    Continue along the trails for a bit longer. The area is not well known to many people, so you will likely have the path to yourself. Enjoy the silence and the view of the old camp grounds.

  3. 16:00

    Leadmine Mountain Trails

    End your walk by heading back to the parking area. Since there are no food or drink shops listed in the immediate vicinity, plan to grab a meal or snack before you arrive or after you leave.

Local tip

The trails are free and open during the day. Since there are no amenities on site, bring water and check opening hours for any nearby shops in Sturbridge before you go.

Check before you go

  • There are no food or drink shops listed near Leadmine Mountain Trails. Plan to eat before or after your walk.
  • Parking is available at 10 Shattuck Rd and on Old Sturbridge Village Rd.
  • The trails are free to access.

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