In the 1970s, the property around Upper Goose was acquired by the National Park Service via eminent domain.  The Appalachian Trail (AT) now passes around the east end of Upper Goose, with a diversion trail to the Goose Pond Cabin camp, offering thru hikers a chance to spend the night or enjoy a pancake breakfast. The land was previously owned by multiple families, including the Smith family, who had a history of using the area for retreats. The land was formerly owned by multiple families, including the Smith family. Henry Smith inherited the southern portion of property on Lower Goose, while his sister and William Stevenson owned the northern half, including the area around Upper Goose.  At one time, there were four cottages on Upper Goose. The first cottage, on the left as you enter from Lower Goose, was owned by the Murphy/Boldock family.

Our May guided group hike took us 4.2 miles on the Appalachian Trail heading SOBO (Southbound) in to the cabin traveling over the Mass Pike infamous foot bridge, over the ridge through mountain laurel, stone steps and the beautiful and remote Upper Goose Pond. We also took in views of Greenwater Pond and passed over the historic Huckleberry Trolley Line. 

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