Nipmuck Trail

~3 days · 28.4 mi · moderate · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance28.4 mi

Days out3

Elevation gain2,470 ft

Gain / mile87 ft

High point1,096 ft

What the Nipmuck Trail is known for

The Nipmuck Trail's mapped main line via the West Branch: ~29 miles from Puddin' Lane in Mansfield north through Nipmuck State Forest to Bigelow Hollow State Park near the Massachusetts line (the East Branch adds more).

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Nipmuck Trail on OpenStreetMap terrain

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Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 873 ft to 3,422 ft over 28.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

Uphill 8.4 mi · 30%
Downhill 13.1 mi · 46%
Flat 6.7 mi · 24%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

Frequently asked questions

How many days does the Nipmuck Trail take?

Most backpackers hike the Nipmuck Trail in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 28.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Nipmuck Trail?

The Nipmuck Trail climbs roughly 2,470 ft total — about 87 ft per mile, topping out near 1,096 ft.

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Sources & attribution

Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.