This Small Town In Connecticut Is A True Hiker's Paradise
By Catherine Armstrong|Published July 15, 2018
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Catherine Armstrong
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Writer, editor and researcher with a passion for exploring new places. Catherine loves local bookstores, independent films, and spending time with her family, including Gus the golden retriever, who is a very good boy.
If you’re a nature-lover, Connecticut is pure heaven. Hiking trails and preserves crisscross the entire Nutmeg State, and the town of Weston is no exception. Lace up your hiking boots and head to this small town that’s a hiker’s paradise.
You'll find the town of Weston in the southwestern part of Connecticut, near Bridgeport.
Because of its zoning laws, the town has maintained a small-town feeling. You won't find big box stores or chain restaurants here - just a few local businesses and a hometown vibe.
The other thing you'll find in Weston? Devil's Den Preserve. It encompasses 1,756 acres, and you'll be enchanted from the moment you enter this beautiful place.
The preserve also features the beautiful Lucius Pond. You'll want to spend some time sitting quietly by the water, watching for wildlife and taking photos of this stunning spot.
The preserve is home to more than 500 species of wildflowers, trees and plants, and it's teeming with wildlife. Watch for foxes, bobcat, coyote and many bird species.
For more information about this pretty preserve and its hiking trails, visit the Nature Conservancy’s website. Have you had the opportunity to visit Devil’s Den Preserve? We’d love to see your photos and read about your adventures there!