Hike the Ponkapoag Pond Trail

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The sights of Ponkapoag Pond are guaranteed to calm the mind--this dog-friendly boardwalk trail is a great hiking option near Canton, MA.

Park at the end of Ponkapoag Trail Road to access the trail. Dog friendly, open year round.

Photos: Charles Wohlers, Edward Faulkner

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Activities:

Hiking

Skill Level:

Beginner

Season:

Year Round

Trail Type:

Loop

Distance:

3.82 Miles

Elev. Gain:

173 Feet

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Features:

Dog Friendly

Forest

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