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    Wilcox Woods

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      2 miles
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      ★★☆☆☆
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      313 Footit Dr, Middletown, CT, USA
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    At A Glance

    Wilcox Woods Conservation Area

    Middletown Town Park

    151 acres in Middletown, CT

    Parking: Small pull off near 313 Footit Dr, Middletown, CT

    Trail Map         Trails: 2.1 miles      Rating: ★★☆☆☆

    Hiking

    I hiked Wilcox Woods as part of my northbound hike on the New England Trail, choosing the quiet Footit Rd parking over the shoulder parking near Highland Pond.

    From the parking area I took the white trail towards Atkins Road through tall pines and a quiet forest floor of needles. The trail passes and unexpected crashed old car, perhaps even American muscle. Just below Atkins Road the white trail meets the blue blaze Mattabesett Trail coming in from the road.

    I followed the trail west through more pines and beginning to gently climb across the property.  After a brief hook to the right on an old woods road you continue west once again until reaching a rocky gorge.  The trail does not cross the gorge, but instead follows its edge for quite some time as it enters Giuffrida Park.  There were 2-3 sections of questionable blazing (likely once you enter Giuffrida Park) but with a little poking around you’ll find the right path.

    I didn’t have a chance to explore the red trail, but this is definitely a property I would hike often if I lived nearby.

    Heading north: Giuffrida Park

    Heading south: 0.4 mile road walk from Highland Pond

    History

    The town acquired the property in 2003.

    Links

    Rockfall Foundation – Off the Beaten Path: Wilcox Conservation Area

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    • ★★☆☆☆
    • 2024
    • Explored
    • Middletown
    • Middlesex County
    • Mattabesett
    • New England Trail
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    The information shown here is for general reference purposes only. exploreCT.org gives no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy or reliability of this data. Parking in all areas, whether designated here or not, is at your own risk. exploreCT.org is not responsible for any damage or loss to vehicles or contents. Last updated October 18th, 2024

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    • 313 Footit Dr, Middletown, CT, USA

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