Mine Hills Preserve, Archaeological site and National Register of Historic Places in Roxbury, United States
Mine Hills Preserve encompasses 360 acres of land featuring abandoned quarry areas and preserved remains of 19th-century iron mining operations.
The site transformed from common land known as Spruce Hill into an industrial complex when the Shepaug Spathic Iron and Steel Company established operations in 1865.
The preserved mining structures and equipment at Mine Hills demonstrate the technological developments of American industrial advancement during the 1800s.
Visitors can explore the site through multiple trails, including a 0.2-mile loop to the blast furnace and a 3.5-mile path through historical mining areas.
The preserve contains remnants of various mining attempts, from unsuccessful gold and silver excavations to productive iron ore extraction and granite quarrying operations.
Location: Roxbury
GPS coordinates: 41.56083,-73.33528
Latest update: March 8, 2025 05:11
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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