There’s no shortage of fun things to explore at the waterfront! New London Waterfront Park has a mile-long trail with sidewalk and boardwalk sections. It provides access to downtown New London and several historic sites, museums, and restaurants, as well as access to the Thames River including kayaking, fishing, water taxi tours, and a ferry. Learn more about this vibrant trail on CT Trail Finder: www.cttrailfinder.com/trails/trail/new-london-waterfront

Photo: an aerial view of New London Waterfront Park on a busy, sunny day during Sailfest with trail users walking along the paved boardwalk and adjoining piers. Text reads, “a 1.2-mile portside promenade with benches, fishing piers, public boat docks, a kayak launch, and historic features to explore.” ... See MoreSee Less

This #TrailsTuesday, take in the views of Rockhouse Hill Sanctuary in Oxford! Managed by the Town of Oxford Conservation Commission in partnership with the Oxford High School Youth Conservation Corps, these 15 miles of easy-to-strenuous trails lead the traveler through hardwood forest and rich groundcover, from brooks and reservoir up to rock outcroppings and cliffs. The sanctuary is also home to beavers, muskrat, pheasant, grouse, and much more. Read more about the trails at Rockhouse Hill Sanctuary: www.cttrailfinder.com/trails/trail/rockhouse-hill-sanctuary.

Photo (Joe Lanier): sunset over colorful trees in the Housatonic River Valley, seen from the Overlook Trail. Text reads, “a 15-mile network of hiking and biking trails of varying difficulty, maintained by the Oxford High School Youth Conservation Corps.” ... See MoreSee Less