Burns Hill Loop (2x) (Westford Conservation Trust)

Burns Hill Loop (2x) (Westford Conservation Trust)

Hike Type: Lollipop Loop

Distance: 2.39 miles

Elevation: 351 feet

Time: 45 minutes
Hiking Challenges: N/A

The Hike 

Possibly my last pre-band hike! This was another quick and easy double-loop of the Burns Hill Conservation Area within the Westford Conservation Trust land. It was a beautiful 65 degrees out with a breeze. The foliage was looking really excellent, with super bright yellows all overhead. The entry spur of the lollipop loop smelled of delicious pines, and once on the loop, I spooked a few deer in the same spot that I have twice before now. There were little foot holes in the leaves where the deer ran away! I made my way up Burns Hill, and followed the trail through the mixed forest. After the final low spot, the forest transitions to fully hardwoods, all of which were full of golden leaves - it was really spectacular. I took my second lap with little brain activity, and then made my way over to the high school for some band!

Step-by-Step

- Start hike at Burns Hill trailhead.

- Cross power cut, turn right at loop split.

- Follow loop two times with optional visit to Heron Roostery.

- When complete, return via power cut.

Burns Hill Map

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