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2025 CT Trail Symposium 

October 3, 2025, Manchester Community College

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Trail Census Dashboard

The CT Trail Census data dashboard is updated quarterly. Check it out!

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2025 Count Data Report

The CT Trail Census annual report is now available. Check it out!

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Trailside Services on CT Trail Finder

Visit your favorite trail and nearby trailside services! Or add your favorite.

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Trails Learning Community 

Join the discussion and learn about trail-related topics.

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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

  • Shout Out to Oxford High School’s Youth Conservation Corps (YCC): Part 1
    Say hi to Oxford High School’s Youth Conservation Corps (YCC), this week’s #FriendFriday stars and a very impressive trail work crew! The hard-working youth crew is led by Joe Lanier, Oxford High School science teacher and Oxford Conservation Commission member. He spoke to me about the background of YCC and sang the praises of the […]
    Posted on December 5, 2025
  • CT Trail Symposium 2025 Recap
    Written by Laura Kelly They’ve done it again – the 7th annual CT Trail Symposium was a wonderful day as expected! There’s nothing like connecting in person with our trails community. Hearing about all of the innovative and passionate work our colleagues are doing to improve trail opportunities around Connecticut for everyone was truly invigorating. […]
    Posted on October 10, 2025
  • CT Trail Finder Badges Inspired by UConn Students
    Written by Laura Kelly In May of this year, a new module was launched on CT Trail Finder: Earn Badges! With a free account, users can add trail logs to their profile. Users can now earn digital badges when adding trail logs that match the badges’ criteria. Badges can be earned for a multitude of […]
    Posted on September 23, 2025
  • Shout-Out to Jack Walsh and the Derby Greenway!
    This is the fascinating story of the Derby Greenway brought to you by one of its longest-and-strongest advocates. Many thanks go to Derby’s own Jack Walsh – co-Chair of the Naugatuck River Greenway Advisory Committee, Chair of the Derby Greenway Committee, and former Valley United Way President/COO, Derby Park & Recreation Commission Chair, high school […]
    Posted on August 15, 2025

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Find out more about the history, goals, and some of the people behind CT Trail Finder in this great article published about our program earlier this month! It can be found on several news websites, including here: www.newsbreak.com/ct-insider-306124321/4537089225649-uconn-maps-over-2-500-miles-of-ct-trails-wit.... We're grateful for the opportunity to share our story, and we love helping people find trails! ... See MoreSee Less

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If you're looking for a place to watch spring come to life, Elliot Preserve in Clinton has it! The small loop through an open meadow is your front row seat to spring blossoms, wildflowers, birds, and scenic views of Indian River and the Long Island Sound. Find out more about this trail and its unique history: www.cttrailfinder.com/trails/trail/elliot-preserve

Photo (Kevin Brinkman): two small trees full of pink and white blossoms stand in a green field in front of taller trees with budding leaves. Text reads, "a short and sweet 0.3-mile loop through open meadow with views of Long Island Sound" ... See MoreSee Less

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Happy first day of spring! Consider celebrating by exploring a trail this weekend, and put it toward one of our new spring badges! Earn these by adventuring on 3 and/or 10 different trails before June 1, don't forget to log it using your free cttrailfinder.com! Badges will automatically show up in your profile when you complete the challenge. Enjoy the thaw and maximize your fun this spring!

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