Tolland County, nestled in north-central Connecticut, is a region defined by rolling hills, pristine forests, and the classic rural New England charm of its small towns. The eastern edge of the county borders The Last Green Valley and the western edge lies at the edge of the Connecticut River Valley.
The county holds 154 explorable areas for over 350 miles of trails across 15 towns.
Most Popular Locations
My Recommendations
Best Overlook: Valley Falls
Best Waterfall: Codfish Falls
Other Highlights: Caves at Bolton Notch, the ruins at Gay City
Regional Land Trusts
Andover (3 hiking areas for 13.5 miles of trails)
Bolton (10 hiking areas for 16.2 miles of trails, 3 boating/fishing areas)
Columbia (6 hiking areas for 8 miles of trails, 2 boating/fishing areas)
Coventry (11 hiking areas for 21.3 miles of trails, 3 boating/fishing areas)
Ellington (11 hiking areas for 9.7 miles of trails, 1 boating/fishing area)
Hebron (13 hiking areas for 18.9 miles of trails, 2 boating/fishing areas)
Mansfield (36 hiking areas for 87.5 miles of trails, 3 boating/fishing areas)
Somers (11 hiking areas for 36.9 miles of trails, 2 boating/fishing areas)
Stafford (5 hiking areas for 9.3 miles of trails, 2 boating/fishing areas)
Tolland (23 hiking areas for 44.2 miles of trails, 2 boating/fishing areas, 1 disc golf course)
Union (6 hiking areas for 38 miles of trails and 3 boating areas)
Vernon (15 hiking areas for 25.5 miles of trails, 5 boating/fishing areas, 1 disc golf course)
Willington (5 hiking areas for 17 miles of trails, 2 boating/fishing areas)
Coming soon!
{{locationDetails}}
Hi, I’m Matt.
I’m building ExploreCT to be the guide for all your outdoor adventures. All the trails, views, and waterways this great state has to offer.
Now get out and explore!
Each month I share site updates or an interesting article in my newsletter. It’s short, sweet, and practical.
600+ explorers read it, I’d love for you to join.
You have successfully joined our subscriber list.