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Before going out on a hike, check the hours of local parks for parking and hiking regulations.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"Sunrise to Sunset","monday":"Sunrise to Sunset","thursday":"Sunrise to Sunset","sunday":"Sunrise to Sunset","tuesday":"Sunrise to Sunset","friday":"Sunrise to Sunset","saturday":"Sunrise to Sunset"},"exceptions":[]}],"directions":"More than 100 public roads cross the New England Trail, and there are trail head parking areas at or near many of these crossings. Detailed Trail Maps are available from Appalachian Mountain Club and Connecticut Forest & Park Association. For Massachusetts maps, visit the AMC Berkshire Chapter; for Connecticut, visit the CFPA Bookstore. Direct access by bus is available at several points in Connecticut and Massachusetts. Train service is available at two points – in Guilford, CT and Northampton, MA.","weatherInfo":"Temperatures range from warm, humid summer days to cold New England winter days.","contacts":{"phone":null,"email":"net@nps.gov"},"visitorCenters":[{"name":"Springfield Armory NHS","description":"The headquarters of the NET is located at the Springfield Armory NHS. The visitors center there has NET Passport stamps and items for sale in the gift shop.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/spar/index.htm","lat":42.107249270812055,"lon":-72.58158445358276},{"name":"Connecticut Forest & Park Association","description":"Headquarters of our CT Partner. 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