Hike Into The Clouds On The Mount Prospect And Raccoon Hill Trail In Connecticut

Do you ever dream of ascending a staircase into the sky where you can just disappear into the clouds and not have to worry about life? You aren't able to do that in the Nutmeg State in a literal sense, but we've got a great trail in Connecticut that will allow you to ascend up seemingly into the sky. The Mount Prospect and Raccoon Hill Trail in the Litchfield Hills will get you up above your surroundings into a peaceful little haven where you're enveloped by trees and the clear blue sky.

Seriously, how magnificent are these views? On a clear day, you can see for miles into the distance. The endless panorama will remind you of how stunning Connecticut truly is.

The trail will take you through a variety of different landscapes in its 6.3-mile length.

There are actually several trails in this area, so make sure to check out the trail map and figure out which one is most suited to your abilities.

You'll see a number of interesting rocks along the trail. This area was once a prosperous nickel-mining region.

This is not an easy hike. There's quite a bit of elevation gain to get up to the top of Mount Prospect and Raccoon Hill, which is only about 200 feet shorter than the mountain.

However, the amazingly scenic views are definitely worth the effort.

You'll encounter forests of verdant green...

...lush meadows filled with wildflowers...

...and stunning panoramas of the Housatonic River.

There are a lot of great trails in Connecticut, but few of them manage to encompass the incredible natural beauty that this one does.

The Prospect Mountain Preserve is such a remarkably stunning area of the Litchfield Hills. You can find a trail map of this area and the surrounding hills from the Litchfield Land Trust.

Have you ever hiked this great trail in Connecticut? Share your experiences in the comments!