Bethel, Connecticut
Top Spots in and near Bethel
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Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey
Wood Dale Park Loop
4.00.38 mi / 16 ft gainLocated within the Wood Dale County Park in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey, the Wood Dale Park Loop offers visitors a tranquil walking experience amidst lush greenery and a picturesque pond. This family-friendly loop is ideal for leisurely strolls, jogging, and nature observation. Trail Overview ...Read more -
Canaan, Connecticut
Explore Great Falls
3.00.5 miStumbled upon Great Falls in the Falls Village section of Canaan, CT. The stunning 50ft waterfall doesn't disappoint. very easy hike from parking lot, you must cross the river in order to get close for bottom view. Hop on top of turtle rock and relax as the waterfall tumbles in the distance.Read more -
Tuxedo Park, New York
Backpack Harriman State Park
4.618 mi / 1200 ft gainWhile the first day is a bit longer and less exciting in terms of frequent landmarks, its a relaxing hike through rocky, wooded, forest among bountiful blueberry bushes and the occasional raspberry bush. Enjoy the isolation on this leg. The second day is packed with frequent and beautiful landmar...Read more -
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
Hike the Dyckman Hill/Huyler's Landing Loop
9 mi / 980 ft gainThere is two ways to access this loop hike. The first is from the Englewood Picnic area just off Exit 1 from the Palisades Interstate Parkway. Parking here requires a fee of $5 May through September. The second is to drive past the Englewood Picnic area turnoff on Henry Hudson Drive and continu...Read more -
Allendale, New Jersey
Celery Farm Mayor Fitzpatrick Nature Trail
3.01.2 mi / 92 ft gainThe Celery Farm Mayor Fitzpatrick Nature Trail in Allendale, New Jersey, is a peaceful, scenic retreat for birdwatchers, hikers, and nature lovers. This 1-mile loop trail winds through a 107-acre freshwater wetland preserve, offering opportunities to spot over 240 bird species, deer, turtles, a...Read more -
Salisbury, Connecticut
Explore Riga Falls
The best part of the adventure is finding this hidden gem also known as Riga Falls. Riga Falls is actually one of Connecticut's lesser known waterfalls, but arguably the most scenic. A helpful hint is that the waterfall lies beside dirt road, keep your ears open! I've already said too much, happy...Read more -
New York, New York
Explore the Met Cloisters
5.0The Met Cloisters is an art museum owned by the Met that boasts religious (mostly Catholic) art from a range of time periods as the building used to function as a cloister for monks. The inside of the Cloisters museum is a castle-like building that can be visited for a small ticket fee (suggested...Read more -
New Paltz, New York
Hike Mohonk Preserve's Gatehouse to Skytop Tower
5.09 mi / 1268 ft gainBegin at the intersection of Gatehouse Rd and Mohonk Private Rd. There is a small shoulder to park on here. Begin hiking into the preserve along the gatehouse road. There will be signs stating you need a membership or pass to enter. Don't worry about these, there will be a place on the trail ...Read more -
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
Hike the Dyckman Hill/Carpenter's Grove Loop
4.04 mi / 400 ft gainThis loop hike can be started from several different places. I chose to start from Allison Park which overlooks the Hudson River in Englewood Cliffs, NJ. From the parking area, walk out to the entrance road and travel south to Saint Peter's College. The Long Path Trail, which you join from All...Read more -
Ridgewood, New Jersey
Saddle River Trail
5.0Saddle River Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Fair Lawn, New Jersey.Read more -
608 Ramapo Valley Road, New Jersey
Hike the Halifax Trail and Ruins in the Ramapo Valley Reservation
8.25 mi / 500 ft gainTo start, I recommend coming in the early morning or afternoon, as the parking lot fills up with people hiking, fishing or going for a walk with their family. I usually get my luckiest before 9. This park is as relaxing or exciting as you want to make it. Here is a good map to use/ print out. We ...Read more -
Tuxedo Park, New York
Sterling Lake & Fire Tower Loop
5.07.54 mi / 1239.06 ft gainStart out by turning right when you walk out of the visitor center onto Sterling Lake Loop (Blue Blazes). The visitor center is worth going in as they have a full diorama of the park with LED light to show trail routes. About .3 miles into the hike you will cross over a small bridge with a waterf...Read more -
Salisbury, Connecticut
Bear Mountain Loop
4.76.05 mi / 1516 ft gainAt 2,316 feet, Bear Mountain is the highest peak in Connecticut. The peak is about a half-mile south of the Massachusetts state line on the Appalachian Trail. The views are great. On a clear day you can see some of the peaks in southern New Hampshire. The remnants of a stone tower are on the summ...Read more -
Simsbury, Connecticut
Hike to the Heublein Tower on Talcott Mountain
4.32.54 mi / 404 ft gainThe Heublien Tower Trail, located just inside the Talcott Mountain State Park entrance off of Route 185 in Simsbury CT, is a short 1.25 miles. While the hike isn't long, the first 1/3 of a mile is a steep incline that will get your heart pumping. The trail itself it very well kept, and although ...Read more -
Middlesex County, Connecticut
Hike to Glen Falls
5.00.75 miAccessing Glen Falls may be a little tricky at first. Parking will be very minimal, you will park on Grist Mill Ln. Hop onto the road and you will see the trail map on the left side. The adventure begins when you cross the street and go through the gate with the yellow blaze symbol. Keep followin...Read more -
Ringwood, New Jersey
Ringwood Manor Trail
5.03.06 mi / 381.01 ft gainOn my way to the drive-in, I saw a sign for Ringwood Manor estate and wanted to adventure around. The parking is easy and the property was beautiful! As we walked through the estate, we found: a quaint tree foresta small cemetery with headstones hundreds of years olda river with a small waterf...Read more