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Easy hikes and walks in Connecticut

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Exploring Connecticut on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in Connecticut. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: November 9, 2025

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1. Tower Trail and Nature Trail loop — Sleeping Giant State Park

5.61km

01:39

160m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Tod's Driftway loop — Greenwich Point Park

3.71km

00:56

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Hartford Reservoir Number 6 loop via Metacomet Trail — West Hartford, Connecticut

6.13km

01:34

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Mianus River State Park loop — Stamford

7.15km

01:51

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Thomas Mountain via Tarrywile Yellow Trail loop — Tarrywile State Park

6.20km

01:55

220m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Carriage Trail (white blaze) loop — Case Mountain Recreation Area

4.91km

01:25

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Wadsworth Falls via Main & Cedar Loop Trail — Wadsworth Falls State Park

5.89km

01:35

70m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Mount Higby from Route 66 — Middletown, Connecticut

6.45km

01:51

150m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Hammonasset Beach State Park

5.52km

01:23

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Silver Sands State Park to Walnut Beach — Milford

2.63km

00:40

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in Connecticut

1. Tower Trail and Nature Trail loop — Sleeping Giant State Park

2. Tod's Driftway loop — Greenwich Point Park

3. Hartford Reservoir Number 6 loop via Metacomet Trail — West Hartford, Connecticut

4. Mianus River State Park loop — Stamford

5. Thomas Mountain via Tarrywile Yellow Trail loop — Tarrywile State Park

6. Carriage Trail (white blaze) loop — Case Mountain Recreation Area

7. Wadsworth Falls via Main & Cedar Loop Trail — Wadsworth Falls State Park

8. Mount Higby from Route 66 — Middletown, Connecticut

9. Hammonasset Beach State Park

10. Silver Sands State Park to Walnut Beach — Milford

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