★★★☆☆
41.865727, -72.834124
…the the parking/beach area. The most popular is the linear trail of level compacted bluestone dust that runs about a mile straight through the center of the… Read more…
★★☆☆☆
55 Pond Factory Road, Woodstock, CT, USA
…along Beaver Pond. There isn’t a singular good view of the open water but a couple stretches waded through thick ferns with obstructed views of the pond.… Read more…
Unexplored
41.509456, -73.473338
…connect to the adjacent Pootatuck State Forest. Check the Beach Status Report for whether swimming is open or not. Boat Launch Map History: Established as a state… Read more…
★★☆☆☆
41.523891, -72.294427
…wandered in the woods for a bit hoping to come across a blazed trail before admitting I had to be in the wrong area. Sure enough just… Read more…
Unexplored
41.508947, -71.874691
…Management Lake. The state operates a boat launch here with a concrete ramp and a dirt lot for about six vehicles. Open 6:00 a.m. 2nd Saturday April… Read more…
2021 Year in Review
…fallen snow so I usually spend the time doing research. So, I’ve accumulated a swath of old news articles, state park commission reports, assorted pdfs, and a handful of books…
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24 Shunpike Road, Cromwell, CT, USA
…The canopy opens up alternating forest and marshy meadow stretches with turtles sunning themselves on rocks and partially submerged trees. I saw a chipmunk running along the… Read more…
★★☆☆☆
36 Shore Road, Waterford, CT, USA
…in a bit of a holding pattern. Purchased in 2014, the property is open as a state park where visitors are allowed to walk around the property… Read more…
★★★☆☆
41.824717, -72.237417
Fenton Tract University of Connecticut Open Space 579 acres in Mansfield, CT Parking: Shoulder parking near 2696 Horsebarn Hill Rd Mansfield, CT Small pull-off near 138 Old…
★★★☆☆
41.488694, -72.505217
…seasonal view once the foliage comes in. The trail then continues along the slope with views of Haddam Island before heading downhill to a small stream. The… Read more…