Buckeye Trail: Boston to Pine Lane
What to Expect
Safety Advisory
Wet rock and exposed roots create genuine slip hazards after rain, particularly on the steeper descents. Take your time on downhill sections when conditions are damp.
This is a one-way trail with limited cell service in the valley — let someone know your plan and expected finish time, especially if hiking solo.
Trail Details
Pro Tips
Park a second car at Pine Lane or arrange a pickup — the one-way distance makes a shuttle setup far more enjoyable than an out-and-back, especially in summer heat.
The rocky sections stay slick well into mid-morning after rain, so trail runners or light hikers with decent tread outperform heavy boots here. Trekking poles earn their weight on the downhill stretches.
Hit this trail in mid-to-late October when the hardwood canopy peaks — the beech and maple corridor about two miles in photographs like a cathedral, especially in soft overcast light.
