Overview
Princeton is a town in Massachusetts.
1 sights · 2 things to do
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Best things about Princeton
Wachusett Mountain State Reservation
3,000-acre reservation surrounding 2,006-ft Mt Wachusett. Lots of hiking trails and great views from the top of the mountain
Redemption Rock
Large boulder that marks the spot of a hostage exchange during King Philip's War in the 17th century. The plot of the affair is inscribed upon the rock.
Wachusett Mountain Ski Area
Go skiing at the largest mountain in Massachusetts east of the Berkshires.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Sep. Summer highs reach about 84°F; winter lows dip to about 14°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Oct and Dec. (climate data from nearby Nashua)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- ORH Worcester Regional Airport, Worcester — 13 mi away. Directions
- BED Laurence G Hanscom Field, Bedford — 30 mi away. Directions
- BOS Boston Logan International Airport, Boston — 45 mi away (major hub). Directions
Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Wachusett Mountain State Reservation, Redemption Rock
- Afternoon Wachusett Mountain Ski Area
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
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