CT Trails Day

Connecticut residents can now research public trails on a new interactive mapping website which launched June 5.  In honor of National Trails Day, Connecticut Trail Finder is a free website where users can find trails in virtually every corner of the state. Users can start browsing trails by an interactive map or filtering by categories such as difficulty, distance or…

During the pandemic, many people in Connecticut have discovered new nature pathways and state parks as a chance to get outside. And with that embracing of nature, state park officials want to remind residents that Connecticut Trails Day starts today. This weekend, over 180 events are being held at multiple parks across the state. Officials said the goal is to…

This weekend, over 180 events are being held at multiple parks across the state. Officials said the goal is to celebrate and introduce park goers to well known and hidden gems in Connecticut.

During the pandemic, many in Connecticut have discovered new nature pathways and parks and have had a chance to get outside during quarantine. “For the time it was just scary for people and I’m happy we had this [nature] and not just me, but everybody,” Antonette Molson, an avid park-goer, said about her time in quarantine. As many embrace...

People across Connecticut have been getting outside and enjoying outdoor activities. CT Trails Day happens this weekend.

The state announced today that state parks will be open for business without capacity limits, though masks and social distancing will still be in effect.