Hike the Appalachian Trail in Connecticut – 50 Miles in 7 …
A classic hiking experience awaits you along the 49 miles of the Appalachian Trail in Connecticut in the northwest corner of the state. Here's how to break down those 49 miles into seven manageable (not too difficult) hikes and navigate each of the seven legs.
Connecticut - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Connecticut. The A.T. passes through pristine Connecticut hardwood forests and what was once called the “Arsenal of the Revolution.” Today’s hikers can see historic remnants of old charcoal pits from the Trail. 52.2 MILES. A.T. Miles in State. RATING: 1-6. Easy to Moderate. 260′-2316′. Elevation Range in Feet. Cool to know.
Appalachian Trail - Connecticut Trail Finder
2 days ago · Details. Traveling north from New York, the Appalachian Trail enters Connecticut at Hoyt Road in Sherman. It soon climbs Ten Mile Hill, with a view to the west including the Ten Mile River watershed. The Trail descends to the confluence of the Ten Mile and Housatonic Rivers.
Section Hiking the Appalachian Trail in Connecticut
In 2021, a Connecticut woman and her friend set out to section hike the Appalachian Trail in Connecticut. Here's how they did it.
Appalachian Trail - Connecticut Forest and Park Association
The trail goes up the Housatonic River Valley and twice crosses the river. The region is noted for its forested landscape, rugged rocky hills, open valleys, ravines, waterfalls, and magnificent vistas.
Hike the Appalachian Trail in Connecticut; 7 Different Hikes
Aug 12, 2022 · Are you looking for hikes to do on the Appalachian Trail in Connecticut? Hikes with views, stone walls, waterfalls, rivers, and streams along the way? Fields of green and grassy meadows on one side of a well-worn narrow path with the Housatonic River on the other?! 💦⛰
Connecticut: Must-See Day Hikes on the Appalachian Trail
1. Rand’s View. Total distance: 6.8 miles (with shorter options available) About the hike: This sweeping vista is truly unique to Connecticut. Unlike most viewpoints that are perched on the ledges of a mountain, Rand’s View is best seen from the edge of a lush meadow.
Appalachian Trail: Connecticut Section - AllTrails
Try this 53.1-mile point-to-point trail near Gaylordsville, Connecticut. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 26 h 47 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many …
Appalachian Trail State Profile: Connecticut - The Trek
Oct 10, 2019 · Connecticut is among the shortest sections of the Appalachian Trail. It stretches just 50.1 miles from Hoyt Road on the New York border (mile 1,457.6) to Bear Mountain at the Massachusetts state line (1,507.7).
Hiking St Johns Ledges on the Appalachian Trail; A Guide
Feb 26, 2023 · Ahhh, the Appalachian Trail in Connecticut, a classic hiking experience that leaves you wanting nothing! 😍 Of the AT’s 2,190 miles, about 50 of those miles run through the Northwest corner of Connecticut.