Take An Easy 1.5-Mile Hike To A Rushing Waterfall At Tunxis State Forest In Connecticut
Soak up that fresh forest air as you stroll over wooden bridges and listen to babbling brooks. Nestled inside Tunxis State Forest sits an easy little hiking trail that’s perfect for nature enthusiasts of all ages. At only 1.5 miles long, the Falls Brook Trail is the ultimate afternoon excursion. The magnificent waterfall views are mind-blowing any time of year.
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This picturesque hiking trail is short and sweet, but the end views are absolutely astonishing.
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Continue along the path and listen to the brooks flow into the Barkhamsted Reservoir.
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Don't rush through the journey! Take a moment to look up and absorb all of the nature around you. Tunxis State Forest is too gorgeous to skim by.
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Bring your camera along and capture the magic! These breathtaking views should be cherished and remembered.
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For more information about this easy waterfall hiking trail in Connecticut, visit the Connecticut Forest and Park Association website.
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Tunxis State Forest, Hartland, CT 06091, USA