Hiking in Massachusetts is always an adventure with unexpected scenery just waiting to be found. However, this hike in Sturbridge takes you to somewhere simply breathtaking. Raven Rookery Trail is an easy hike within the Leadmine Mountain Conservation Area that takes you to an emerald lagoon. This trail connects with many other trails, so you can continue on, or sit beside the water for a while. No matter which route you choose, the crystal clear lagoon upon Raven Rookery Trail can’t be passed up.
Welcome to Raven Rookery Trail!
Nathalie Bedard / AllTrails
This gorgeous wooded hike is located within the Leadmine Mountain Conservation Area. While there are many different hikes throughout this area, Raven Rookery takes you on a scenic journey.
Laura Foxx / AllTrails
At roughly 5-miles long and very little incline, this trail won’t take too much out of you. You can connect to various other trails within the reserve for a longer or shorter hike.
Nathan Howe / AllTrails
Along the way you’ll pass beautiful trees, creeks, moss, mushrooms, and even little stone sculptures that are claimed to have been left by fairies.
Kevin Wentworth / AllTrails
The most unforgettable part of this hike has to be the emerald lagoon, though.
Stephanie Scarcella / AllTrails
This hidden lagoon within the Raven Rookery Trail has some of the greenest water in Massachusetts. This is a great spot to relax and reapply your bug spray before continuing on.
Mike Lemovitz / AllTrails
Raven Rookery Trail in Sturbridge is beautiful throughout, but the emerald lagoon hiding within is truly unforgettable.
Mike Manna / AllTrails For more information on the Leadmine Mountain Conservation Area and other hiking trails in Sturbridge, you can visit the Sturbridge visitors website right here.
Have you ever taken Raven Rookery Trail to this beautiful emerald lagoon? How was the trek? We’d love to hear about your experiences in the comments, and don’t forget to then go share photos from your Massachusetts outdoor adventures with us in our Massachusetts Nature Lovers group on Facebook, or by tagging us at #onlyinmassachusetts on Instagram for a chance to be featured!
Nathalie Bedard / AllTrails
Laura Foxx / AllTrails
Nathan Howe / AllTrails
Kevin Wentworth / AllTrails
Stephanie Scarcella / AllTrails
Mike Lemovitz / AllTrails
Mike Manna / AllTrails
For more information on the Leadmine Mountain Conservation Area and other hiking trails in Sturbridge, you can visit the Sturbridge visitors website right here.
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