Conserving Connecticut for Today & Tomorrow

We connect people to forests, parks, and the Blue-Blazed Hiking Trails to ensure their protection for future generations.

What matters most to you about Connecticut’s forests, parks, and trails? We’re building our next strategic plan, and we want to hear from you! Whether you’re a longtime member, donor, volunteer, trail user, or just getting to know us—your perspective matters.

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photo by Paul Rochford

We connect people to the land in order to protect forests, parks & the Blue-Blazed Hiking Trails in Connecticut for future generations.

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Interactive Trails Map

Plan your hike using our interactive map

Find a Trail

Learn more about the history and features of the Blue-Blazed Trails

Blue-Blazed Hiking Challenge

Take on the challenge of exploring the Blue-Blazed Hiking Trails

Master Woodland Manager

Make your mark on Connecticut’s woodlands

Conservation Priorities

Follow CFPA’s top recommendations at the State and Federal levels

CT Trails Day

Get outside and celebrate trails with fun events

Connecticut Woodlands

Summer 2026

Explore stories about reaching higher, with arborists competing among the treetops, New Haven youth growing native plants, a couple’s 800-mile journey across Connecticut’s Blue-Blazed trails, and more.

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