The Ultimate Connecticut Nature Lovers' Road Trip Leads To Gardens, Waterfalls, And More
By Lisa Sammons|Published March 18, 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
If you’re reading this, you likely know that you’re quite fortunate to be in the Nutmeg State. There are so many beautiful places in Connecticut just waiting to be explored. One particularly noteworthy aspect of our state is just how much stunning scenery we have. If you’re a nature lover, you’re in luck: we’ve got a great nature lovers’ road trip in Connecticut planned for you that’s just perfect at any time of year. Check it out:
Road trips in Connecticut are pretty great. Thanks to our small size, you're able to explore much of the state in just a few hours! This trip will require a little over three hours of drive time, though of course, you'll want to plan for much more time to explore each destination. You can check out the customizable itinerary on Google Maps and add or remove stops if you'd like.
Kent Falls State Park: 462 Kent Cornwall Rd, Kent, CT 06757
Kent Falls State Park, 462 Kent Cornwall Rd, Kent, CT 06757, USA
Sleeping Giant State Park gets its name because the mountain resembles a sleeping giant. There's an observation tower here that will let you see for miles, and the hiking trails trails are some of the most popular in the state. There's a lot to see and do here!
Hammonasset Beach State Park: 1288 Boston Post Rd, Madison, CT 06443
We've got so many wonderful beaches in Connecticut that it was hard to pick just one, but Hammonasset seemed like a fitting choice. It features the longest shoreline in the state and even has a singing beach!
Bluff Point State Park: 55 Depot Rd, Groton, CT 06340
Bluff Point State Park, 55 Depot Rd, Groton, CT 06340, USA
You'll end your journey at the lovely Bluff Point State Park. This 806-acre park has a wide variety of terrains. You can walk along the shore, through marshes, woods, and more. It's a delightful place to take a hike.
It was hard to limit ourselves to just a few places: there are so many natural wonders in Connecticut that we could’ve included! What do you feel like should’ve made the list? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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