Directions to Auburn Ice Canyon Access Point

This approach is shorter than or as short as most
current approaches, although it may seem longer because you don't see the canyon
until you're there. Approach time: 10-15 minutes on flat trail through woods.
The Auburn Land Trust owns Land.

Rt 90 W to Exit 10a to Rt 20 W, as usual.



Go about 1.5mi on 20W and turn left on Westec Rd. Westec is after the RK
Worcester Fair plaza, the gift chalet, and the trailer park. Find a place to
park. Consider asking permission & please be polite/respectful!



Carefully cross Rt 20. On weekdays, plan to return before rush hour. If
necessary, there's a light almost a mile to the west.



Go to the power line cut that is easily visible to the west, and take the
obvious trail under the power lines. Follow the trail as it leaves the power
line cut to the right. When you come to a T, turn right, but pay close attention
so you'll recognize the turn on the way back. Go straight until you pass through
a gap in a fence. You're at the head of the canyon, which extends to your right.
Go along the near side of the canyon to get to the descent.



For those with GPS:

Beginning of trail at Route 20: 42d 12.415'N 71d 48.690'W

Trail leaves power line cut: 42d 12.434'N 71d 48.754'W

Turn right at T intersection: 42d 12.553'N 71d 48.942'W

Go through break in fence: 42d 12.737'N 71d 48.851'W

Head of canyon (top of headwall): 42d 12.782'N 71d 48.830'W

(The last 2 points are quite close together.)



Total distance from Rt 20 to head of canyon: 0.4 mi, 10 min