List of fall foliage locations in Connecticut right now!
(...alot of good fishing locations amid them)
October 22nd, 2010 11:15 am
Peak foliage times are here in the central and northern parts of the state so hurry before there all one color, brown. Correctly forecasting the peak leaf viewing time for the fall season is easy with the state of Connecticut's excellent guide to leaf changes on its Connecticut's Fall Foliage page.
Visit these great places for outstanding views and an outdoor adventure you can share with everyone.
Air Line State Park Trail and Lyman viaduct, Colchester and East Hampton, CT. It's unique in its outstanding views, and any portion of this 50-mile trail can be an exhilarating one! Off Route 2, Exit 16 on 149 and River Road. Join the hundreds of people on this trail at any time on a beautiful weekend day. Most people with bicycles start at the parking area directly near Route 2, here you can safely cross under Route 2 to head toward Hebron, and its swamp and marshland or ride toward E. Hampton, through the Colchester portion.
Belding Wildlife Management Area and Preserve, Vernon, CT. It's has fairy tale like setting with Norway Spruce rising high above you; truely unique compared to any park we reviewed! It's dense forest of "Tar Pines and Spruce trees, will astound you invoking memories of childhood stories. Be sure to take your time strolling through the back pathways and loop the river that runs through it.
Bigelow Hollow State Park and Nipmuck Forest, Union CT can be found at the end of the state's loneliest highway, I-84. Devoid of people from the fall through to spring; you wil find yourself alone most of the time. Of course the occasional hiker, or boater will disturb your peace and soon dissapear again. Bring lunch stay all day here for free. Best hike for large families in Connecticut with ample places to roam, picnic and have fun.
Case Mountain Park, Manchester CT, has Lookout Mountain with its vast view of the Connecticut Valley. An easy walk up the hill can be had through the forest along the back of the mountain, connect via the waterfall above the parking lot. If you hike the main emergency road expect a definite workout and you will notice the burn in your muscles afterward. So try the back way for one of best the hiking mountains in the Hartford area.
Fox Hill Tower, and the trails of Vernon, CT are popular spots for viewing of the Connecticut Fall foliage. You can see the leaves change to beautiful hues of golden fall colors. This is accessible all year round and really worth the trip. An easy drive to the tower parking area will be delight for the handicapped as well as the able-bodied. Take your whole family, young and old to visit this peaceful little park overlooking Rockville.
Freja Park & Bolton Notch, Bolton CT, is more than just a cliff face with its vast valley of maple and oak, mixed with pine. Try parking at Bolton Pond and start one of many adventures from here. The Rail trail starts here, the pond is great for fishing, the valley awaits you or climb any one of the cliffs; there is more than one way up to the top here.
Haystack Mountain Tower, Norfolk CT can take your breath away. Nestled in the hills of Western Connecticut, this beautiful tower is worth the steep climb up the steep hill, and the walk up this 37 foot tall stone tower is exhilarating. Just be sure to bring your camera with you, because it will be surely something you will enjoy sharing with others.
Heritage Farm and the Rose Trail, Bolton CT. Signs warn you this is an archaeological treasure area, do not take anything out of here. Two hundred plus years ago, French Troops encamped here, and now this graceful field is full of life again where a weary trail walker rest upon its various benches that dot this really nice place.
Heublein Mountain, Talcott Mountain State Park Bloomfield and Simsbury CT, offers more than just spectacular views, it offers you a chance at bird watching of an extraordinary variety. Sure there are turkey buzzards, there are hawks, and black ravens. But "Eagles" have been known to appear along the cliff face and that my friends is extra cool and worth the trip no matter what time of the year.
Hop River Rail Trail, Columbia to Bolton, CT Notice all the cars in the lots but no people. They're either fishing or out riding their bicycles. If your running, walking or riding this section of the trail in Columbia, watch out for horses. This is favorite place for the local horse ranches, because of the soft red dirt, that covers the old railroad stone.
River Highlands State Park, Cromwell CT where a walk to the low bluffs and high 150 foot bluffs can bring you to the outstanding views of the Connecticut river. This wondrous place has a mystery surrounding it's famous blow hole; that Native Americans claimed the "wind was caught by spirit of the earth" which then made a tremendous noise as it rushed the canyon created by the river.
Sleeping Giant State Park, Hamden CT, has an easy way to get to the top, above the trees, with a wide path all the way to a huge castle like tower. There are many places to gather here and spend the afternoon viewing the distant city of New Haven or just walking the many pathways across this mountain.
Soapstone Mountain, Somers CT is an ideal place far from the highways and right on the northern edge of Connecticut River Valley. It also perfect for leaf viewing with an very easy climb to the tower from the upper parking lot. Many have heard of this mountain top, but few have ever visited. Try coming here anytime before winter begins and experience it for yourself.
Wickham Park East Hartford, CT a great spot to view the Connecticut Valley, but also one where the park's forest is so diverse and the plant life so vast that you will find something unique every time you come here.
Please don't wait until the leaves have all gone; peak season comes earlier in Connecticut. You won't see much after November if a frost or cold snap hits. Best time to view in Connecticut is end of September to end of October! To get here really soon, follow my directions to these wondrous places by reading these Googling my articles or clicking on the links below.
(...alot of good fishing locations amid them)
October 22nd, 2010 11:15 am
Peak foliage times are here in the central and northern parts of the state so hurry before there all one color, brown. Correctly forecasting the peak leaf viewing time for the fall season is easy with the state of Connecticut's excellent guide to leaf changes on its Connecticut's Fall Foliage page.
Visit these great places for outstanding views and an outdoor adventure you can share with everyone.
Air Line State Park Trail and Lyman viaduct, Colchester and East Hampton, CT. It's unique in its outstanding views, and any portion of this 50-mile trail can be an exhilarating one! Off Route 2, Exit 16 on 149 and River Road. Join the hundreds of people on this trail at any time on a beautiful weekend day. Most people with bicycles start at the parking area directly near Route 2, here you can safely cross under Route 2 to head toward Hebron, and its swamp and marshland or ride toward E. Hampton, through the Colchester portion.
Belding Wildlife Management Area and Preserve, Vernon, CT. It's has fairy tale like setting with Norway Spruce rising high above you; truely unique compared to any park we reviewed! It's dense forest of "Tar Pines and Spruce trees, will astound you invoking memories of childhood stories. Be sure to take your time strolling through the back pathways and loop the river that runs through it.
Bigelow Hollow State Park and Nipmuck Forest, Union CT can be found at the end of the state's loneliest highway, I-84. Devoid of people from the fall through to spring; you wil find yourself alone most of the time. Of course the occasional hiker, or boater will disturb your peace and soon dissapear again. Bring lunch stay all day here for free. Best hike for large families in Connecticut with ample places to roam, picnic and have fun.
Case Mountain Park, Manchester CT, has Lookout Mountain with its vast view of the Connecticut Valley. An easy walk up the hill can be had through the forest along the back of the mountain, connect via the waterfall above the parking lot. If you hike the main emergency road expect a definite workout and you will notice the burn in your muscles afterward. So try the back way for one of best the hiking mountains in the Hartford area.
Fox Hill Tower, and the trails of Vernon, CT are popular spots for viewing of the Connecticut Fall foliage. You can see the leaves change to beautiful hues of golden fall colors. This is accessible all year round and really worth the trip. An easy drive to the tower parking area will be delight for the handicapped as well as the able-bodied. Take your whole family, young and old to visit this peaceful little park overlooking Rockville.
Freja Park & Bolton Notch, Bolton CT, is more than just a cliff face with its vast valley of maple and oak, mixed with pine. Try parking at Bolton Pond and start one of many adventures from here. The Rail trail starts here, the pond is great for fishing, the valley awaits you or climb any one of the cliffs; there is more than one way up to the top here.
Haystack Mountain Tower, Norfolk CT can take your breath away. Nestled in the hills of Western Connecticut, this beautiful tower is worth the steep climb up the steep hill, and the walk up this 37 foot tall stone tower is exhilarating. Just be sure to bring your camera with you, because it will be surely something you will enjoy sharing with others.
Heritage Farm and the Rose Trail, Bolton CT. Signs warn you this is an archaeological treasure area, do not take anything out of here. Two hundred plus years ago, French Troops encamped here, and now this graceful field is full of life again where a weary trail walker rest upon its various benches that dot this really nice place.
Heublein Mountain, Talcott Mountain State Park Bloomfield and Simsbury CT, offers more than just spectacular views, it offers you a chance at bird watching of an extraordinary variety. Sure there are turkey buzzards, there are hawks, and black ravens. But "Eagles" have been known to appear along the cliff face and that my friends is extra cool and worth the trip no matter what time of the year.
Hop River Rail Trail, Columbia to Bolton, CT Notice all the cars in the lots but no people. They're either fishing or out riding their bicycles. If your running, walking or riding this section of the trail in Columbia, watch out for horses. This is favorite place for the local horse ranches, because of the soft red dirt, that covers the old railroad stone.
River Highlands State Park, Cromwell CT where a walk to the low bluffs and high 150 foot bluffs can bring you to the outstanding views of the Connecticut river. This wondrous place has a mystery surrounding it's famous blow hole; that Native Americans claimed the "wind was caught by spirit of the earth" which then made a tremendous noise as it rushed the canyon created by the river.
Sleeping Giant State Park, Hamden CT, has an easy way to get to the top, above the trees, with a wide path all the way to a huge castle like tower. There are many places to gather here and spend the afternoon viewing the distant city of New Haven or just walking the many pathways across this mountain.
Soapstone Mountain, Somers CT is an ideal place far from the highways and right on the northern edge of Connecticut River Valley. It also perfect for leaf viewing with an very easy climb to the tower from the upper parking lot. Many have heard of this mountain top, but few have ever visited. Try coming here anytime before winter begins and experience it for yourself.
Wickham Park East Hartford, CT a great spot to view the Connecticut Valley, but also one where the park's forest is so diverse and the plant life so vast that you will find something unique every time you come here.
Please don't wait until the leaves have all gone; peak season comes earlier in Connecticut. You won't see much after November if a frost or cold snap hits. Best time to view in Connecticut is end of September to end of October! To get here really soon, follow my directions to these wondrous places by reading these Googling my articles or clicking on the links below.