Tag: CT

This rail trail was once the site of a rail line running from New York to Boston, and dates back to the 1870s! This linear trail is 50 miles long, Read more...

The extensive trail system offers a variety of sights and views.   Some highlights:   The Henry Buck Trail (Blue Blazed) leads through the forest to the ruins of a Read more...

Visit Connecticut’s best preserved example of long-ago vanished technology. The Beckley Iron Furnace once produced iron used to manufacture railroad car wheels. Pets are permitted as long as they are Read more...

This park’s 460 acres were once part of Louis D. Conley’s 1500 acre estate. Today you can hike the trail system with your dog, as long as he’s on a Read more...

This State Park and adjoining State Forest offer more than 9000 acres combined to hike through! There is an extensive trail system, not many of which are marked, and most Read more...

Leashed dogs are permitted on trails and in picnic areas, but not on the beach or campground. Enjoy the beautiful trails surrounding Black Rock Pond! Read more...

Enjoy beautiful views of the Long Island Sound, and plenty of wildlife viewing on these trails! Please note that dogs and horses are not allowed on the beach from April Read more...

The world’s first condensed milk factory was built here in 1857 by Gail Borden. This product was of tremendous value to the Union Army during the Civil War! Leashed dogs Read more...

Once the site of Camp Columbia, where engineering students from Columbia University would stay in the summer. Columbia leased 120 acres, students would stay in 35 tents surrounding the main Read more...

This completely natural, undeveloped reserve has no developed facilities. Hike through the reserve and enjoy stunning views of the waterfall!     Read more...

Hike through the trails and be on the lookout for caves once used by Native Americans! It is believed the Chatfield brothers operated a gristmill here in the 1600s. Dogs Read more...

Enjoy the woods and streams in Connecticut’s second largest state forest! Pets are not permitted on the beach. Read more...

Anna Hyatt Huntington, the internationally famous sculptress, created the lifelike bear and wolf sculptures that greet you when you arrive! The park is named for her father in law, the Read more...

Take a step back in time at this park! There is an 1892 rail road station, steam locomotive, and vintage trains!   Pets are permitted on a 7′ maximum leash Read more...

The pond was originally constructed by the Day family. The water in the pond turned a waterwheel, which in turn powered the saw of the family sawmill. When you visit, Read more...

This 240 acre estate features a summit pavilion at an elevation of 1627 feet, offering stunning panoramic views.   Dogs are allowed on the hiking trails and in picnic areas. Read more...

The feature of the park Chapman Falls is 60′ long over a series of steps. Until the 1890’s, this was the site of a mill. It’s unsure where the name Read more...

Thousands of fossil tracks were exposed here in 1966!   Pets on a leash are permitted on the park grounds, but not on the nature trails or Exhibit Center. Read more...

One of Connecticut’s newest state parks, Eagle Landing features 16 acres of Connecticut River frontage. Up until the 1960’s the area was used for agriculture. More recently, it has been Read more...

This beautiful forest is diverse, and features wetlands and waterfalls (use the purple blazed trail for views of the falls). The trails can be damp and sometimes slippery due to Read more...

Enjoy beautiful views of the Farm River just before it empties into the Long Island Sound. Pets must be on a maximum 7′ long leash Read more...

Visit the site of the September 6th, 1781 massacre led by Benedict Arnold.   Leashed pets are permitted! Read more...

This location served as the site of military forts, schools and research facilities for the US Army, Navy and Coast Guard. An integral part of our coastal defense system, it Read more...

This 10 acre park’s main purpose is to provide access to Gardner Lake.   In 1895, Thomas LeCount wanted to relocate his house, and chose to try pulling it across Read more...

Once the site of a mill town, you can still find stone foundations, cellar holes, and even  few tombstones.   Leashed pets are permitted in picnic areas and trails, but Read more...

Enjoy the trail as it leads past crumbling foundations of a former family estate, to a broad, grassy tidal river flat.   Pets must be on a maximum 7′ leash. Read more...

The castle located here was built by William Hooker Gillette. The castle is named the Seventh Sister, as it is located atop the most southern hill in a chain known Read more...

Overlooking the Connecticut River, Haddam Meadows State Park is a beautiful spot for picnicking and boating!   Pets must be on a leash. Read more...