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MA NET: Section 04 (Metacomet-Monadnock Trail)

4.6 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Running trail in Holyoke, Massachusetts · Hours vary

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What runners say about MA NET: Section 04 (Metacomet-Monadnock Trail)

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (19 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 4 mentions

“Beautiful views of Westfield, Barnes Airport, East Mountain Golf Course with the Berkshires in the background.”

Love this trail👍👍👍 close to home, easy access, great views, nice switch backs, and we'll marked trails. 👍👍👍 Can be a quick or longer hike as well. Great little portion of Metacomet💕

★★★★★ — Susie , Nov 2020

Beautiful views of Westfield, Barnes Airport, East Mountain Golf Course with the Berkshires in the background. Quiet hike that few people travel but not far removed from civilization either. Honestly it's right in your backyard if you live in western MA.

★★★★★ — Brendon , Jun 2020

Beautiful views from a relatively easy climb. Not the quietest hike though, given the trail runs next to an airport and a busy state route. No parking lot, but you can park on both sides of Rt 202 right by the trailhead signs.

★★★★☆ — Rashi , May 2021

Nice fairly easy / mid level hike. Some climbs and loose rocks. Nice clear views and scenary without leaves.

★★★★★ — Mel , Dec 2017

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 9 mentions

“Beautiful views of Westfield, Barnes Airport, East Mountain Golf Course with the Berkshires in the background.”

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📏 Mile markers 3 mentions

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The practical stuff

  • AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.

Where to find MA NET: Section 04 (Metacomet-Monadnock Trail)

Holyoke, Massachusetts

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.