Hiking near Waterbury, Connecticut

Once a private vacation spot for women during the turn of the century from New York City...now a preservation... CT owned.   One serious playground.  An old train tressel used to run through, which was how the girls got to the Rossiter's estate.   If you follow the bridal path down Tunnel Rd. you can find the old tunnel.  Very cool.  If you follow the West side of the Shepaug, you will...

From Route 66 the trail ascends gradually toward Beseck Ridge with views to the South and Southeast. As you reach the Ridge, long vistas across the Quinnipiac Valley come into view. They continue for most of the hike. The views across the valley are varied, with forests, subdivisions, factories, and Black Pond in sight against a backdrop of the far side of the Quinnipiac Valley and the Hanging Hills of Meriden. Although...

Fun and safe hike with your kids.

Just out for a hike with the kid.

After crossing a beautiful little waterfall a few yards uphill from Route 17, this segment of the trail climbs up, over and along Pistapaug Mountain. The 400 foot ascent is moderate, with no exciting scrambles. Views of Pistapaug Pond appear as you reach the top. Views of the pond gradually expand and improve. Farms, horse corrals, large houses and water company land across the lake are visible through the trees. In some...