The Narragansett Trail runs through the eastern Connecticut towns of Ledyard, Voluntown, and North Stonington, and along the border of Connecticut and Rhode Island. The trail has an abundance of greenery, natural ravines, a number of pleasant streams, brooks, and lakes, and plenty of outlooks where, if the weather is clear, visitors can sometimes see all the way to the Long Island Sound. What better place to take in the peaceful serenity of the morning sunrise?
Connecticut’s Narragansett Trail offers hikers 16.2 miles of wilderness to explore. They can take in miles of scenic views of the peaceful ponds, dense forests, and flowing streams. The trail boasts a number of ledges, outlooks, and hills where hikers can stop to watch the sunrise over the beautiful landscape and appreciate the breathtaking views.
Leashed dogs are permitted on the trail, so feel free to take your best friend along with you to enjoy the sights.
Visitors can take in the beautiful views of the surrounding forests from Lantern Hill. Early risers can take advantage of the 491-foot elevation to watch the sun rise peacefully over Lantern Hill Pond.
The Cossaduck Bluffs are another great elevated location to enjoy the early-morning sights. While the steep climb up Cossaduck Hill to these rocky bluffs is a little more difficult, the Cossaduck Bluff outlook gives hikers a breathtakingly clear view to the south that will make it all worth it.
Hikers will also pass additional, smaller ledges and outlooks on their way up, where they can stop and take in the views along the way.
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More experienced hikers might like to take in the panoramic views from High Ledge. They will have to hike rocky terrain, cross several streams, and encounter impressive stone walls before reaching the summit of High Ledge, where they can enjoy expansive views of the southern forest.
Hikers will likely encounter some of the trail’s bustling natural wildlife along their way, including deer, rabbits, foxes, pheasants, vultures, and ravens.
Black bear sightings have even been reported along the Connecticut-Rhode Island border.
To learn more about all the beautiful wilderness sights the Narragansett Trail offers and plan your next trip, visit the Connecticut Forest & Park Association here.
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