9 Picturesque Trails In Connecticut That Are Perfect For Winter Hiking
To some, winter hiking sounds crazy, but there are plenty of folks who have committed to hiking year-round. It may be a little more challenging than it is in the warmer months, but the picture perfect sights turn these hiking spots into winter wonderlands. So, if you’ve never been winter hiking before, here are some beautiful places to start!
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80 Whitehall Road, Litchfield, CT 06759
You can pick just about any trail at this wonderful place. Most of them are less than 2 miles in length, which means you can reap this rewarding view with minimal work.
You can pick just about any trail at this wonderful place. Most of them are less than 2 miles in length, which means you can reap this rewarding view with minimal work.
2 Tunnel Road, Washington Depot, CT 06794
The Northern Loop follows the Shepaug River and is only 1.6 miles in length. You'll love how easy it is!
The Northern Loop follows the Shepaug River and is only 1.6 miles in length. You'll love how easy it is!
885 Orange Street, New Haven, CT 06511
This hike is short, but steep. However, you do get to view the memorial at the top and catch some pretty awesome panoramic views.
This hike is short, but steep. However, you do get to view the memorial at the top and catch some pretty awesome panoramic views.
189 Indian Wells Road, Shelton, CT 06484
9 miles total, this trail can easily be broken down in to smaller walks. Try the Indian Well Trail, which is only half a mile long.
9 miles total, this trail can easily be broken down in to smaller walks. Try the Indian Well Trail, which is only half a mile long.
1 Del Reeves Road, Portland, CT 06480
40 miles of blue blazed trails are here, so the trails are pretty well kept. Even if you don't make it to the top, you'll find serenity in the quiet forest scenes.
40 miles of blue blazed trails are here, so the trails are pretty well kept. Even if you don't make it to the top, you'll find serenity in the quiet forest scenes.
366 Hopyard Road, East Haddam, CT 06423
The red trail is under 3 miles in length and it also includes a stop at this classic bridge. Devil's Hopyard is a fan favorite for a reason!
The red trail is under 3 miles in length and it also includes a stop at this classic bridge. Devil's Hopyard is a fan favorite for a reason!
1 Depot Road, Groton, CT 06340
It's a 4-mile round trip to the beach's shore, but it's definitely worth it. This peninsula is an oasis.
It's a 4-mile round trip to the beach's shore, but it's definitely worth it. This peninsula is an oasis.
178 Short Woods Road, New Fairfield, CT 06812
The 3.3-mile Squantz Pond Trail is not a place to start for first timers, but more experienced hikers will love the pond view.
The 3.3-mile Squantz Pond Trail is not a place to start for first timers, but more experienced hikers will love the pond view.
Walk through this charming state park crossing creeks and bridges on your way to the large stone staircase. It takes you up the side of the Kent Waterfall, offering fabulous views at the top.
Have you ever been winter hiking at one of these locales before? We’d love to see your photos! With such a Cold Winter Prediction, I’d check these out at first snow before the lowest temperatures strike.
