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Cape Ann 20 Mile Loop

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20 Mile Hike around Cape Ann

Hiking Moderate

Distance
32 km
Ascent
524 m
Descent
523 m
Duration
7-8 hrs
Low Point
16 m
High Point
64 m
Gradient
4˚
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Cape Ann 20 Mile Loop Map

20 Mile Loop around Cape Ann Staring at Natti woods, down to Dogtown, across 127, around Cape Pond, up to High Rock, up to Vernon, Nelson, and Blood Ledge Quarry along with other quarry's in the area. The trails vary in condition depending on where you are in the hike. Overall it is a fairly easy hike, but it does have it's steep rocky sections (most of which are right of 127).

Vernons Quarry
Vernons Quarry Photo: Patrick Smith
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Difficulty

Moderate

Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between March and November

Features

  • Wildlife
  • Forestry or heavy vegetation