Falls Brook Trail, Hiking trail in Tunxis State Forest, Connecticut, US.
Falls Brook Trail follows a 1.5-mile path through mature forest, featuring multiple waterfalls, cascades, and pools along both sides of Falls Brook.
The Connecticut Forest and Park Association established this trail system within Tunxis State Forest to maintain natural spaces for public recreation and environmental conservation.
The trail traverses lands traditionally inhabited by Indigenous peoples, including the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and the Mohegan communities.
The trail includes three brook crossings with only one bridge, requiring careful navigation during high water periods or after significant rainfall.
The loop section of the trail provides access to Falls Brook Falls, where orange rock formations contrast with surrounding vegetation near the waterfall pool.
GPS coordinates: 42.02157,-72.95234
Latest update: March 8, 2025 05:07
Connecticut combines different landscapes from the coast to the mountains with a range of historic sites. The region includes state parks with waterfalls like Kent Falls and Wadsworth Falls, extensive forested areas, and conservation lands. Visitors can hike through White Memorial Conservation Centre, climb the tower at Haystack Mountain, or explore the Thimble Islands off the coast of Branford. Historic sites include Gillette Castle in East Haddam, which sits above the Connecticut River, and the Glass House in New Canaan, a significant example of modern architecture. Weir Farm in Wilton documents the life of American artists, while Fort Trumbull in New London preserves the region's military history. Saville Dam in Barkhamsted shows early engineering achievements in water management. Coastal areas provide access to beaches like Walnut Beach in Milford and Greenwich Point Park. Inland lie several state parks with trails and lakes, including Burr Pond, Candlewood Lake, and Black Rock State Park. Dinosaur State Park in Rocky Hill preserves tracks from prehistoric times, while Bartlett Arboretum in Stamford presents plant collections.
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