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Blue Hills Skyline Trail: Out-and-Back

Trail Running Route

Hard
15.26 mi
4,273 ft
Quite a challenging trail run for the outskirts of Boston!

If you are looking for a long and rewarding trail run near Boston, Massachusetts, you might want to check out the Blue Hills Skyline Trail. This 15.2-mile out-and-back trail takes you across the Blue Hills Reservation, a state park with more than 125 miles of trails and diverse ecosystems. You can also make it a loop by following other trails in the park. The trail starts at the Willard Street parking area and follows the blue blazes across the reservation. You will encounter varied terrain and fantastic views of Eliot Tower and the Boston Skyline. The trail summits a number of hills, including Hancock Hill, Hemingway Hill, Wolcott Hill and Great Blue Hill at an altitude of 635 feet - the highest point in the reservation. You will also pass by swamps, ponds, marshes, meadows, and forests along the way. The trail is considered hard and requires some rock scrambling and steep climbs. It takes an average of 8 hours to complete, so make sure to bring enough water, snacks, and layers. The trail is open year-round and is dog-friendly, but make sure to keep your pup on a leash. The Blue Hills Skyline Trail is a great option for experienced trail runners who want to challenge themselves and experience some of the best views and nature in Massachusetts. Sources: Conversation with Bing Chat Written by FATMAP Official
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Route and Elevation

Segments

NameDistanceElev. Diff.Avg. Grade
SKYLINE! (Willard to Chickatawbut)1.26 mi243 ft2.1%
First Mile1.00 mi207 ft3.0%
Wampatuck Rd Climb0.50 mi174 ft6.6%
Wampatuck Rd Climb0.23 mi135 ft11.1%
SKYLINE! (Chickatawbut to Randolph)1.93 mi-315 ft-0.4%
Chickatawbut Rd Climb0.56 mi213 ft7.2%
Chickabutt Descent0.31 mi-253 ft-15.1%
Randolph Ave Climb0.52 mi299 ft10.7%
SKYLINE! (Randolph to Hillside)1.36 mi-302 ft-0.6%
early season grind0.21 mi226 ft19.9%
Blue Hill River Rd Climb0.25 mi157 ft11.5%
Run up the Wall ++0.22 mi276 ft23.8%
Run up the WALL0.31 mi279 ft16.2%
sl down hancock0.14 mi-105 ft-14.0%
Great Blue Skyline Descent West0.28 mi-394 ft-26.6%
SKYLINE! (138 to Green)0.71 mi-151 ft-2.6%
SKYLINE! (Green to 95)0.21 mi-39 ft-3.5%
Green Street Climb0.67 mi135 ft3.8%
Skyline Little Blue Hill0.18 mi66 ft0.9%
Skyline Park & Ride Climb0.28 mi420 ft28.0%
The Great Blue Hill0.18 mi289 ft28.9%
Stage One2.36 mi-390 ft-3.0%
Blue Hills - Eliot Tower to 6 Point Intersection (1141)0.61 mi-246 ft-7.6%
Blue Hills - 6 Point Intersection (1141) to Breakneck Ledge Path via N Skyline Trail0.30 mi98 ft3.3%
Blue Hills - 6 Point Intersection (1141) to Hancock0.46 mi138 ft5.7%
Blue Hills - Top of Hancock Hill to Reservation HQ0.31 mi-302 ft-18.1%
Tucker Hill 0.29 mi223 ft14.5%
Blue Hill River Rd Climb0.35 mi253 ft13.5%
Skyline: up tucker, boyce, & buck0.82 mi226 ft4.4%
Boyce Hill (west side)0.09 mi92 ft18.2%
Buck Hill (west side)0.14 mi141 ft18.6%
Skyline E - 28 to Chickatawbut1.98 mi328 ft0.3%
Chickatawbut Rd Climb0.60 mi322 ft10.2%
Skyline East Descent0.44 mi-121 ft-5.1%