Top Things to do in Connecticut
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Top 10 Hiking Trails in Connecticut, United States
Connecticut is a study in attraction and contrast. In one small state, you’ll find miles of sandy oceanfront shoreline, acres of forested hiking trails, and world-class museums, art and theater. Here family-friendly adventure parks and aquariums are just minutes from dynamic casino resorts and quaint, historic small towns — offering experiences that range from culinary to cultural, luxurious to laid-back. It’s the perfect place to unwind and recharge, all at the same time.
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1. Peter's Rock Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
2. Farmington Valley Greenway
3. Norwalk River Valley Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By pamnobumoto - Wilton, United States
If you haven't been out on the NRVT yet you need to come see it soon. The grounds are wide and well kept. You can walk your dog, jog with a friend, ride your bicycle or just meander along and enjoy the birds, water and native flora. Local business people walk the trail during their lunch break or after work. Many organizations volunteer time to help keep the trial clean and in good shape. The Wilton Garden Club has been helping remove the invasive species and are replanting native pollinators to help with turning around the bee and monarch butterfly decline. Read about the Pollinator Pathway Projects in Wilton and neighboring towns. You can pop on and off the trail at different locations in and around town so it is convenient to grab a snack or lunch before, during or after a walk. There are Geo-Cache places in the area so kids may like to take on a hunt. This is a great addition to our town and an asset to Fairfield County.
4. Harry C. Barnes Memorial Nature Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Trails open 365 days a year, dawn to dusk. Visitor Center open Thursday, Friday, Saturday 10-4 & Sunday 12-4. New exhibits and activities, view our extensive collection of reptiles and amphibians, meet live birds of prey, try your hand at one of our many interactive exhibits, and by all means, explore our trails!
5. Talcott Mountain State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 177 reviews
Reviewed By Susie1028 - San Diego, United States
Talcott Mountain offers a variety of different hiking trails, many of which lead to the top and the Heublein Tower. This park is wonderful during the fall, as it offers foliage during the hike. The main and shortest trail to the top is moderate: the initial 10-15 minutes of the hike are decently steep and will get your blood pumping but after that it levels off and becomes a much easier hike. In addition to the tower, at the top there are a bunch of picnic tables so you can pack a lunch/snacks and eat them at the top with a great view. I definitely recommend this place to bring family and anyone visiting! Well worth the effort for the views.
6. Flanders Nature Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By dustythoughts - Manchester, United States
This calm, quiet, nature center is a great way to get out and enjoy nature, especially since this center is dedicated to fostering the appreciation of the outdoors. They have a wide variety of educational activities (although you should check the calendar, in case they change things due to COVID): they have trail hikes, photography sessions, beekeeping, and an assortment of children's activities. This is a wonderful place to connect to the outdoors and to learn something interesting at the same time.
7. Airline State Park Trail
8. Vernon Rails-to-Trails
9. Farmington River Trail
10. Tarrywile Park & Mansion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 176 reviews
Reviewed By dustythoughts - Manchester, United States
This beautiful mansion and park are situated on over 700 acres, with several ponds and lakes, miles and miles of trails, and plentiful space for picnicking. I think people sometimes forget that this is a park as well as a mansion/wedding facility, so it generally isn't as full as some of the state parks, making this an ideal destination for walking and enjoying the gorgeous scenery. You can also fish here during fishing season. The trails are still open for COVID, although you're not allowed to use the picnic tables due to concerns over sufficient disinfecting.
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