more stats
3,179 ft
Distance
61 ft
Climb
-63 ft
Descent
00:06:19
Avg time
-2 ft
Altitude change
184 ft
Altitude min
246 ft
Altitude max
246 ft
Altitude start
246 ft
Altitude end
-0.1%
Grade
-9%
Grade max
6.9%
Grade min
1,601 ft
Distance climb
1,227 ft
Distance down
351 ft
Distance flat
00:06:19
Avg time

Yellow Bog Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Hike
    • Mountain Bike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Acton Arboretum
    Acton, Massachusetts
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    25 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #414352 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #161664 in Trail Running
    • #28832 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #13,939 in Mountain Biking · Massachusetts [+]
    • #5,700 in Trail Running
    • #486 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Season
    Apr-Nov
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Bridge, Rock Garden

From the northeasterly corner of the Wildflower Loop, a yellow-blazed connector trail leads to the Highland/Bog Loop, which is frequently rocky with raised tree roots and is not handicapped accessible. It covers the Arboretum’s southeasterly portion and traverses 30 acres of its highest and lowest land. Following old farm roads, cow paths, and foot trails, it comprises a variety of forest types, succession growth, and geological features. Inconspicuously scattered by the trailside are the “Forest Stones,” a collection of 22 field stones each inscribed with a single word, retained by popular demand after the 1995 Environmental Sculpture Exhibit.

source: Acton Arboretum
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Trail gets very busy

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BridgesRock gardensWildflowers

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Yellow Bog Loop located?
      Yellow Bog Loop is located in Acton Arboretum, Acton, Massachusetts, United States. It is part of the Acton Arboretum trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 42.48085, -71.43371.
      ▼ How hard is Yellow Bog Loop?
      Yellow Bog Loop is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 0.1%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Yellow Bog Loop?
      Yellow Bog Loop has 61 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 63 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 184 ft to 246 ft.
      ▼ Is Yellow Bog Loop a point to point trail?
      Yellow Bog Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Yellow Bog Loop?
      Yellow Bog Loop is 3,179 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Yellow Bog Loop?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Yellow Bog Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Yellow Bog Loop?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Yellow Bog Loop are:
      • March (1 activities)
      • October (1 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Yellow Bog Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Yellow Bog Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Yellow Bog Loop?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 6 minutes to ride Yellow Bog Loop. The trail is 3,179 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Yellow Bog Loop?
      Yellow Bog Loop is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 27 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 48 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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