Tower Trail
by Joe Reed (0)
2 days ago

1 Completed 1 Reviews

This is a great hike. be aware the university (Quinnipiac) has commencement activities and students moving out in the month of May. Traffic can be horrendous during these times.

Connecticut Coast Scenic Drive
by Alan Bourne (9017)
3 days ago

188 Completed 191 Reviews

From big cities to beach towns to country to historic Mystic. You could spend 4 hours or 4 months on this drive. I have done this drive many times and would still go again.

Whitestone Cliffs Trail
by Sabrina Roy
6 days ago

2 Completed 2 Reviews

Nice short hike with several more challenging rocky areas to climb and a little waterfall to go over. Had 2 small dogs with us and they both did fairly well though they did need some help up one of the rock areas because it was just a flat rock with no foot holds up a fairly steep incline. There were a fair amount of gnats and such in a couple of swampy areas; the path is also a bit overgrown in some sections so make sure to have some very good deet or other repellant on you.

Devils Hopyard State Park (Millington Trail)
by Michael Trimble (109)
7 days ago

4 Completed 4 Reviews

I would not recommend this for anything but the most casual hikers, suitable for the Sunday afternoon stroll. Men, women and children hiking in flip flops so it is not going to be much of a challenge however the stream-side scenery is nice. The trails have seen better days and were poorly marked in many areas. Poorly marked trails result in unmarked trails all over the place because people make their own trails trying to find the "official" trails. You don't have to be a conifer to know this means more destruction of the forest. We did 3 miles but combined trails to do it.

Devil's Den Preserve Trail
by Dd Danysh
8 days ago

5 Completed 4 Reviews

A very beautiful and varied jaunt with ponds, streams, vistas and rock shelters. Taking the longest route became stamina taxing although generally a mild hike all round full of lovely scenery.

The trails are color coded although the trail map wasn't and at times made orientation perplexing.

michael ciaiola conservation area
by Matt Whitehurst (102)
10 days ago

2 Completed 2 Reviews

Very nice trail. Sort of a hidden gem on the New York/Connecticut border. Great for dogs, not a lot of foot traffic. During the summer it can get pretty overgrown in some spots but spring and fall are awesome. Nice and clean, the small waterfalls are very nice. Red course is the staple course that brings you to the waterfall. If you're really up for a challenge, take the blue course which will take you to the top of the ridge and down the other side connecting back with red. No view at the top but one heck of a vertical hike. After the hike, drive down Haviland Hollow Rd. and grab some grub at the Putnam Diner or Carriage House across the street.

The Quiet Corner, Northeast Connecticut
by Alan Bourne (9017)
10 days ago

188 Completed 191 Reviews

The quite corner is such a great way to say northesten Conneticut. When one thinks of Connetcut we tend to think of big cities and highways. But there is a different Conneticut where life is a little slower and you will find beauty everywhere and small New England towns.

Chauncey Peak Trail
by Sabrina Roy
10 days ago

2 Completed 2 Reviews

Really nice trail with wonderful views at the top. We had 2 smaller dogs with us that needed help up one small section where you're climbing up a fairly steep rock formation instead of a trail but otherwise no issues. You definitely want to start the trail at the right of the dam otherwise it will be a fairly steep decline that you would end up climbing down at the end. Also, there are snakes in the water so keep an eye out for that if you're letting your kids or dogs near the banks.

Southford Falls State Park
by Michael Trimble (109)
11 days ago

4 Completed 4 Reviews

This is a short trail with a lot to see, so try not to miss it if you are in the area. There is a covered bridge, some small falls, a mini gorge, and a mid-height tower with seasonal views. The terrain is hilly enough to give you a decent effort. I have included a link to the trail map.

Macedonia Brook State Park Campground
by Michael Trimble (109)
12 days ago

4 Completed 4 Reviews

The blue blazed loop trail is the perfect three hour outdoor adventure. The "advertised" distance is 6.4 miles, I have also seen 6.7 published elsewhere, but my GPS said 6.2. The trail basically hugs the boundaries of the Macedonia Brook State Park and travels over five different peaks, two of which give outstanding views to the west (into New York) and to the east. Two of the hills on the west side of the loop provide a good workout. There is a rock scramble on Mt. Cobble that might not be suitable for small children and is better attempted on a climb rather than a descent. In other words, from the start point it is better to hike the loop heading east. Nice park, great workout, have lunch in Kent after your hike!