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Trails Learning Community 

Join the Learning Community to discuss and learn about trail-related topics.

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2024 CT Trail Symposium 

is Friday, October 4, 2024, at Manchester Community College. Registration is open!

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Trailside Services on CT Trail Finder

Visit your favorite trail and nearby trailside services! And learn about services and to add them.

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Trail Census Dashboard

The Connecticut Trail Census has a new data dashboard. Check it out!

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Why Trails?

Connecticut’s bounty of natural and physical amenities - greenways, multi-use paths, parks, and forested area are some of the state’s greatest assets for encouraging physical activity. The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) estimates that there are over 2,000 miles of multi-use trails within CT State Parks and Forests alone (and likely over 3,000 miles including those not in the park system).

Get out. Be active. Stay healthy!

There are Three Programs

Connecticut Trail Census

The Connecticut Trail Census consists of trail use counts recorded by infrared pedestrian counters, trail user intercept surveys administered by trained volunteers, and public education programs.

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Connecticut Trail Finder

The Connecticut Trail Finder website is Connecticut's go-to resource for discovering trails across the state. All trail postings are manager-approved ensuring that trail information is accurate and up-to-date.

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Active Living (PATHS)

People Active on Trails for Health and Sustainability (PATHS) is a team at UConn committed to understanding and promoting the benefits of trails and natural resources for health, community & economic development.

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CT Trails News

  • CT Trail Symposium 2024 Recap
    by Laura Kelly The 6th annual trail symposium was a fantastic day! Manchester Community College was a great host. The campus is beautiful –  if you’re ever wandering that way (it’s right off the Charter Oak Greenway!), it’s worth visiting. The theme of the day was “Trail Toolbox: Sharing Tips, Tools, and Triumph’s on Connecticut’s […]
    Posted on October 23, 2024
  • Shout-Out to Joshua’s Trust!
    We want to shout out our partnership with Joshua’s Trust! The land trust organization has been operating since 1966 preserving land in Northeastern Connecticut, with many team members, volunteers, and stewards pouring their hearts and souls in. A special shout-out goes to Paul Pribula – mapping whiz, former JT board member, and current volunteer steward […]
    Posted on October 9, 2024
  • Shout-Out to Farmington Canal Heritage and River Trails!
    We want to shout out Farmington Canal Heritage Trail and Farmington River Trail managers and volunteers for all their work with CT Trail Finder! The time, care, and miles they have put in to keep trail info up-to-date, easy to access, and helpful has been invaluable to us and trail users alike. A special shout-out […]
    Posted on October 2, 2024
  • Welcome Laura!
    We have a new team member! Laura Kelly is the new CT Trails Program coordinator, supporting CT Trail Finder, CT Trail Census, and the CT Trails Program. She is finishing up her master’s degree in the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment with a focus on trail use levels, access, and the perceived quality […]
    Posted on October 2, 2024

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It’s a cold #TrailsTuesday but we hope you’re having a great one! If you need a short but scenic trek, look no further than Hopemead State Park. This 1.2-mile trail network features a relatively flat out-and-back hike from the parking area to the shore of Gardner Lake. You’ll follow the path of a former roadway, with stone wall remnants of the 1800’s farm of Solomon Gardner visible. Some additional informal side trails can be enjoyed, but be mindful when using them as they lead from a private campground. Enjoy, stay warm, and look out for ice!

Photo (Emily Wilson/CT Trail Finder): A man-made stone cave in a small hill in a winter forest.
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It’s a cold #TrailsTuesday but we hope you’re having a great one! If you need a short but scenic trek, look no further than Hopemead State Park. This 1.2-mile trail network features a relatively flat out-and-back hike from the parking area to the shore of Gardner Lake. You’ll follow the path of a former roadway, with stone wall remnants of the 1800’s farm of Solomon Gardner visible. Some additional informal side trails can be enjoyed, but be mindful when using them as they lead from a private campground. Enjoy, stay warm, and look out for ice! Photo (Emily Wilson/CT Trail Finder): A man-made stone cave in a small hill in a winter forest. Photo text: A fun, short, and easy trail in a historic farm property that leads to views of Gardner Lake.
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There’s nothing like catching up with old friends on the trail…except for meeting new friends on the trail. Old and new friendships take the chill out of the air and remind one to slow down and enjoy the simple things in life.

Happy #FriendFriday to all the friendships, old and new, that take place on trails! And we’re just saying that if you need more trail friends, try spreading the word about cttrailfinder.com 👀. We’d be honored to help you find your new favorite place to connect while enjoying the beauty of Connecticut.

Photos: On the left, one person stands in an outdoor classroom area in a forest, talking to two others sitting on benches (CT Trail Finder/Connecticut Forest & Park Association). On the right, a cross-country skier stops in the snow to talk to two others sitting on a trailside bench (CT Trail Finder). ... See MoreSee Less

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There’s nothing like catching up with old friends on the trail…except for meeting new friends on the trail. Old and new friendships take the chill out of the air and remind one to slow down and enjoy the simple things in life. Happy #FriendFriday to all the friendships, old and new, that take place on trails! And we’re just saying that if you need more trail friends, try spreading the word about cttrailfinder.com 👀. We’d be honored to help you find your new favorite place to connect while enjoying the beauty of Connecticut. Photos: On the left, one person stands in an outdoor classroom area in a forest, talking to two others sitting on benches (CT Trail Finder/Connecticut Forest & Park Association). On the right, a cross-country skier stops in the snow to talk to two others sitting on a trailside bench (CT Trail Finder).Image attachment
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Snowy trails have been a joy this winter. These tracks in the snow helped me to enjoy wildlife sightings without actually seeing the wildlife!

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Snowy trails have been a joy this winter. These tracks in the snow helped me to enjoy wildlife sightings without actually seeing the wildlife! #WildlifeWednesdayImage attachment
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