Soak up the rest of summer with a stroll along the shore! The Niantic Bay Boardwalk in East Lyme is a mile-long boardwalk and gravel trail, plus additional side trails, between Cini Memorial Park and Hole-in-the-Wall Beach. Enjoy views of the native dune ecosystem on the Long Island Sound year-round on the free boardwalk trail. Seasonally, trail users can also enjoy features such as beach access, swimming, and fishing, all activities for which fees may be required. Check on the details here: www.cttrailfinder.com/trails/trail/niantic-bay-boardwalk

Photo (Town of East Lyme): paved boardwalk trail along the Long Island Sound on a sunny day with blue sky. Text reads, "a mile-long waterfront boardwalk and gravel path that travels between two Niantic town parks on the shore of the Long Island Sound." ... See MoreSee Less

Treat yourself to a meadow stroll in this unique Berlin trail system, all on paved trails that were once golf cart paths. The paths meander through meadow, wetland, and young forest areas, as well as over and along brooks. Learn more: www.cttrailfinder.com/trails/trail/pistol-creek

Photo: an asphalt path winds through green grass with shrubs and a few trees on each side. Text reads, "a former golf course that offers more than 2 miles of trails along former cart paths, through wetlands, meadows, and woodlands." ... See MoreSee Less

Do go chasing waterfalls! And while you're at it, earn your Waterfall Chaser badge on cttrailfinder.com with a free account! It's is a great way to explore the beautiful natural water features of Connecticut. This badge was inspired by University of Connecticut student Sydney K. Earn this and lots of other fun badges - check out the link in our bio! ... See MoreSee Less