Take This Epic Road Trip To Experience Connecticut’s Great Outdoors
By Lisa Sammons|Published June 24, 2022
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Lisa Sammons
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Lisa loves animals and has dogs, rats, cats, guinea pigs, and snakes. She is passionate about animal rescue and live music - traveling across the country to see a favorite band is a pretty regular occurrence! Being out hiking in the woods enjoying the scenery with her beloved dogs is another favorite hobby, and also checking out the Pokemon Go scene in whatever city she happens to be in at any given time (coffee and dog leash in hand). You can reach Lisa at lsammons@onlyinyourstate.com
Road trips in Connecticut require a good bit of time in the car, so it’s great to make plenty of stops that involve spending time outdoors. It’s a great opportunity to stretch your legs and get some fresh air. If you love being outside in nature in Connecticut, we’ve got the perfect road trip for you. It will take you to some of our favorite parks in the Nutmeg State and give you a fantastic chance to admire all the natural beauty around us.
The entire trip will take about 4.5 hours of drive time, but don't worry! You'll have lots of chances to get outdoors and enjoy nature. You can view the entire itinerary on Google Maps. It's customizable, so you can add or rearrange stops if you like.
1. Kent Falls State Park: 462 Kent Cornwall Rd, Kent, CT 06757
Kent Falls State Park, 462 Kent Cornwall Rd, Kent, CT 06757, USA
As the most beautiful place in Connecticut, no road trip is complete without a stop at Kent Falls State Park. The majestic waterfall that the park is named for drops about 250 feet in a quarter-mile. The falls are easy to reach, but there are plenty of hiking trails at the park if you're up for more of a challenge.
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2. Tory's Cave Preserve: 499 Kent Rd, New Milford, CT 06776
Tory's Cave Preserve, 499 Kent Rd, New Milford, CT 06776, USA
Your next stop, Bluff Point State Park, is one of our favorite state parks in Connecticut thanks to the variety of scenery here. There aren't too many places where you can experience trails through verdant woods and just a few minutes later, be right on the coast, but that's just what you'll find at this 806-acre oasis.
4. Quaddick State Park: 818 Quaddick Town Farm Rd, Thompson, CT 06277
Quaddick State Park, 818 Quaddick Town Farm Rd, Thompson, CT 06277, USA
Quaddick State Park is not one of the more popular parks in the Nutmeg State, but it sure is beautiful. Nestled along the Middle Quaddick Reservoir in Thompson, the park has plenty of opportunities for recreation. You can hike, swim, and fish here. It's a great family day trip that offers tons of beauty in an often-overlooked location.
5. Scantic River State Park: 464 Hazard Ave, Enfield, CT 06082
Scantic River State Park - West, 464 Hazard Ave, Enfield, CT 06082, USA
You'll finish up this road trip in Connecticut's great outdoors with a visit to another underrated park. The Scantic River State Park spans 784 acres along the river that shares its name. There are several trails here to explore, plus parcels for hunting and fishing.
What do you think of this road trip through the great outdoors in Connecticut? How many of the spots have you been to? Share your experiences and thoughts in the comments!
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