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The Pequonnock Valley Greenway is part of the greater Rails to Trails system that spans nearly 15 miles in length. This paved and smooth dirt path runs along the Pequonnock River, which is the separator of this path and Indian Ledge Park. There are a few different parking areas at different points along the trail, so you can start your ride from a number of spots.

Hotchkiss Grove Beach is one of the beaches of Pine Orchard settlement and in an urban area. It is small with a few bays. It is not as busy as other beaches so a good spot to enjoy the Atlantic in peace. Hotchkiss Grove Beach coast is free and has no amenities, just a spot to experience true coastline.

Limewood Avenue is a paved road that follows the banks of Limewood Beach. You can't actually get out on the beach, but it makes for a pretty great view towards Green Island while you jog the pavement.

Sleeping Giant State Park is a 1,465 acre park. The top of the mountain in the park resembles a sleeping giant, which is where the park's name comes from. There are biking and hiking paths, a picnic area and from the peak of Mt. Carmel, there is an excellent view of Long Island Sound and the New Haven area.

This stately stone structure isn't a castle — it's a lookout tower, and probably one of the most popular ones in all of Connecticut. You can't beat the views from up here, but to get inside you climb up some ramps instead of stairs. Those ramps can be treacherous in icy conditions.

Located at the very southern tip of the Hammonasset Beach State Park, this viewpoint probably offers the most spectacular view of the Long Island Sound.

Hammonasset Beach State Park is a small public park with a campground, nature center, and beach access. There are picnic tables and restrooms at the beach if you just need to make a pit stop.

Hammonasset Beach State Park is a small public park with a campground, nature center, and beach access. There are picnic tables and restrooms at the beach if you just need to make a pit stop.