Winter Wonder Blue-Blazed Challenge
Discover eight Blue-Blazed Trail hikes across eight Connecticut counties, running from the Winter to Spring Solstice. Registration is $43.40—log just one hike and earn a CFPA camp mug to clip to your pack!
7 events found.
Blue-Blazed Hiking Trails Challenge
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Throughout Connecticut
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Middlesex County – Tynan Connector to Mount Higby Out-&-Back
Tynan Memorial Park Higby Road, Middletown, CT, United StatesDiscover sweeping views and classic traprock scenery on this moderate 5.6-mile hike in Middlesex County along the Tynan Connector to Mount Higby. Please bring water, layers and sturdy shoes, or anything else you need to stay comfortable in the woods for a couple of hours.
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Litchfield County – Mohawk to Housatonic State Forest Out & Back
Mohawk Trail Johnson Rd Parking 1 Johnson Rd, Cornwall, CT, United StatesTake on the Mohawk Trail on this challenging 11-mile out-and-back adventure starting from Cornwall Bridge Road. Please bring water, layers and sturdy shoes, or anything else you need to stay comfortable in the woods for a couple of hours.
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Tolland County – Risley Reservoir Loop
Risley Reservoir Preserve 366 Lake St, Vernon, CT, United StatesEnjoy a peaceful, easy-paced 3.5-mile hike on the Risley Reservoir Loop in Tolland County, Connecticut. Please bring water, layers and sturdy shoes, or anything else you need to stay comfortable in the woods for a couple of hours.
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New London County – Pequot Trail Out-&-Back
Pequot Trail Parking 40-98 Lincoln Park Rd, Preston, CT, United StatesEnjoy a moderate 6-mile out-and-back hike on the Pequot Trail begins at the parking area on Norwich Westerly Road and travels south to Thomas Road before returning. Please bring water, layers and sturdy shoes, or anything else you need to stay comfortable in the woods for a couple of hours.
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Hartford County – Castle Craig East & West Peak Loop
Metacomet Trailhead Parking 741 Edgewood Rd, Berlin, CT, United StatesTraverse the dramatic spine of the Hanging Hills on this challenging 6.3-mile hike across Castle Craig’s East and West Peaks. Please bring water, layers and sturdy shoes, or anything else you need to stay comfortable in the woods for a couple of hours.
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Fairfield County – Aspetuck Trail into Huntington Woods (lollipop)
Aspetuck Valley Trail Poverty Hollow Rd Parking 160 Poverty Hollow Rd, Newtown, CT, United StatesDiscover the Aspetuck Trail on this moderate 5.6-mile lollipop loop that winds into the serene Huntington Woods State Park. Please bring water, layers and sturdy shoes, or anything else you need to stay comfortable in the woods for a couple of hours.