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1,286 ft
Distance
-48 ft
Descent
00:02:26
Avg time
-50 ft
Altitude change
71 ft
Altitude min
121 ft
Altitude max
120 ft
Altitude start
72 ft
Altitude end
-3.9%
Grade
-13.3%
Grade max
0.6%
Grade min
89 ft
Distance climb
919 ft
Distance down
279 ft
Distance flat
00:02:26
Avg time

MECT 8 Details

  • Activities
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Manchester-Essex Woods
    Essex, Massachusetts
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Global Ranking
    #168977 in Hiking [+]
    • #166079 in Trail Running
  • State Ranking
    #7,029 in Hiking · Massachusetts [+]
    • #5,862 in Trail Running
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed

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MECT 8 is a 1,286 ft blue difficulty singletrack trail located near Essex Massachusetts. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is MECT 8 located?
      MECT 8 is located in Manchester-Essex Woods, Essex, Massachusetts, United States. It is part of the Manchester-Essex Woods trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 42.60733, -70.77423.
      ▼ How hard is MECT 8?
      MECT 8 is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 3.9%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for MECT 8?
      The trail has 48 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 71 ft to 121 ft.
      ▼ Is MECT 8 a point to point trail?
      MECT 8 is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is MECT 8?
      MECT 8 is 1,286 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on MECT 8?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on MECT 8. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access MECT 8? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to MECT 8 are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to hike MECT 8?
      The estimated time to hike MECT 8 is approximately 2 minutes. The trail is 1,286 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
      ▼ How busy is MECT 8?
      MECT 8 is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 18 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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