Mattatuck Trail, Woodland hiking trail in Western Connecticut, United States.
Mattatuck Trail is a hiking route that stretches roughly 42 miles (68 kilometers) through eight towns in Western Connecticut, linking different landscapes together. The path winds through brooks, small ponds, and forest sections that define the region.
The trail was established in the 1970s by the Connecticut Forest & Park Association to connect natural areas across Western Connecticut. This created a walking network that has remained in use ever since.
The trail winds through areas long used by local walkers and connects communities that share a love of forest exploration. Over time, the route has become a gathering place where people experience the natural landscape that shapes daily life in the region.
You can join the trail at several points along its route, with the main access at Lane Hill Road in Terryville where parking is available. It is wise to wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring water, especially for longer sections of walking.
A notable point on the route is a waterfall that drops in three separate tiers and becomes especially dramatic after heavy rain. The path also passes caves that held significance in local history and stories.
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