Wharton Brook State Park

Route 5, Wallingford, CT

Located on wooded, sandy knolls, Wharton Brook offers solitude for a quiet, peaceful picnic. In 1918-1920, this Park was known as a traveler's way... Read More

Quinnipiac River State Park Trail

Banton Street and Toelles Road, North Haven, CT

This trail runs along the Q River near the Merritt Parkway service area north of Exit 63. The trail head is accessed by turning into Banton St. fro... Read More

Banton Quinnipiac Trail

Banton St to Toelles Rd, North Haven, CT

Quinnipiac River State Park

200 Mount Carmel Avenue, Hamden, CT

The Quinnipiac River flows 38 miles from its headwaters in Plainville to its mouth in New Haven. Nearly six of those miles and 323 acres of floodpl... Read More

Sleeping Giant Tower Trail

200 Mount Carmel Avenue, Hamden, CT

Two miles of mountaintop resembling a large man lying in repose, the "sleeping giant", is a popular feature of the south central Connecticut skylin... Read More

Sleeping Giant Head Trail

200 Mount Carmel Avenue, Hamden, CT

Two miles of mountaintop resembling a large man lying in repose, the "sleeping giant", is a popular feature of the south central Connecticut skylin... Read More

Sleeping Giant State Park

200 Mount Carmel Avenue, Hamden, CT

Two miles of mountaintop resembling a large man lying in repose, the "sleeping giant", is a popular feature of the south central Connecticut skylin... Read More

Tidal Marsh Trail

200 Universal Dr, North Haven, CT

The Tidal Marsh Trail offers wonderful opportunities to bird watch. The trail itself is an easy walk that is about one half mile. Read More

Tri Mountain State Park

99 North Brandord Road, Wallingford, CT

Acres: 157 Activities: Hiking Fee: There is no parking fee at this park. Read More

Brooksvale Park

524 Brooksvale Avenue, Hamden, CT

Park Information: 500+ acre nature park & wildlife sanctuary Barn Domestic Animal Barnyard Maple Sugaring Shack Native Wildlife Garden 20... Read More

Castle Craig and West Peak Trail

, Berlin, CT

East Peak (Castle Craig Tower) [950 ft] West Peak (S. Overlook) [1,015 ft] [Moderate, 3.9 mi, 1,080 ft total ascent, 3.0 hr] Starting at the road ... Read More

Chauncey Peak Trail

, Meriden, CT

Mattabesett Trail and Mount Higby

Meriden Rd, Middlefield, CT

This segment of the blue-blazed National Scenic Trail follows the trap rock ridge from Rt-68 in Durham to Country Club Rd. commuter lot at I-91 i... Read More

Lamentation Mountain State Park

230 Plymouth Rd, Berlin, CT

Activities: Hiking, Scenic Vistas Fee: There is no parking fee at this park. Read More

Wadsworth Falls State Park Trail

Route 157, Rockfall, CT

Enjoy hiking or biking the varied trails of the park or spend some time enjoying the beautiful falls. For a longer stay, visit the designated swimm... Read More

Wadsworth Falls State Park

721 Wadsworth Street, Middletown, CT

Enjoy hiking or biking the varied trails of the park or spend some time enjoying the beautiful falls. For a longer stay, visit the designated swimm... Read More

Ragged Mountain Preserve Trail

, Berlin, CT

From West Lane, access is to the Ragged Mountain Preserve Trail, which is marked by blue blazes with a red center dot. From the gate at the entranc... Read More

West Rock Ridge State Park

Wintergreen Avenue, Hamden, CT

Rising up to 627 feet above mean sea level, West Rock Ridge is one of the most prominent features of the New Haven region. West Rock affords the vi... Read More

Millers Pond State Park Reserve

Foot Hills Road, Durham, CT

Visit a Connecticut State Park or Forest and explore the wealth of diverse natural areas and unique features that will make your experience memorab... Read More

Farm River State Park

Route 142, Mansfield Grove Rd., East Haven, CT

Farm River State Park may not rank high on the list of parks by size but it is well placed when ranked by location. Taking its head... Read More

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