Roxbury, Connecticut
Top Spots in and near Roxbury
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Pleasantville, New York
Swan Lake Loop
5.01.37 mi / 85 ft gainSwan Lake Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Hawthorne, New York.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 -
Sheffield, Massachusetts
Race Brook Falls
4.02.47 mi / 1145 ft gainHiking along the Appalachian trail I made a detour in Mt Everett State reservation. About a 2.5 mile detour lead me down to a beautiful 100ft waterfall called Race Brook falls. The waterfall felt made me feel like i was in the tropical jungle in Hawaii. Adding to the beauty of the waterfall were ...Read more -
New Windsor, New York
Jessup/West Ridge Loop via the Sweet Clover Trail
9.17 mi / 1916 ft gainSchunnemunk Mountain State Park is one of my favorite parks. It offers many trails and possibilities for different loops. The attraction of Schunnemunk Mountain is the long double ridges running parallel to each other and amazing views in all directions. This hike starts at the Taylor Road par...Read more -
Mount Washington, Massachusetts
Guilder Pond and Mount Washington Lookout Trail
3.92 mi / 909 ft gainGuilder Pond and Mount Washington Lookout Trail is a loop trail that takes you by the lake located near Copake Falls, New York.Read more -
Sandisfield, Massachusetts
Buck River Swimming Hole
4.00.3 mi / 250 ft gainThis swimming hole is 7-feet deep. At the top of the swimming hole is a 12-foot waterfall with slide down. Parking: The swimming hole is located between Sandisfield Town Office and the post office. There is one dirt pull-off space near the swimming hole. The easiest parking is at the Town Offic...Read more -
Manchester, Connecticut
Explore Wickham Park
5.0Wickham Park Is open the first weekend in April and closes the last weekend in October. Entrances fees are $5 Monday-Friday and $7 Saturday-Sunday. The park is known for its 250 acres of open fields, wildflowers, gardens, ponds and nature center. There is no where else can you go have a picnic w...Read more -
Mount Washington, Massachusetts
Bash Bish Falls
4.30.75 mi / 295 ft gainBash Bish Falls is a spectacular 60-foot waterfall located on the Massachusetts-New York border in the southern Berkshires. This popular destination offers easy hiking access and stunning natural beauty, making it perfect for families and casual hikers. Parking Options Massachusetts Side: 0...Read more -
Copake, New York
Bash Bish Falls from Taconic State Park
1.53 mi / 167 ft gainBash Bish Falls from Taconic State Park is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Copake, New York. Swimming is not permitted at Bash Bish Falls.Read more -
Kings Park, New York
Kayaking the Nissequogue River
5.0Starting on the banks of Nissequogue River State Park, this 6 mile journey makes you feel like you’re cruising down river in the south, when you’re really on Long Island. I really suggest going as high tide is rolling in as there can be some shallow sections along this trip. Head out into the ope...Read more -
Rye, New York
Hike the Marshlands Conservancy Loop
4.01.55 mi / 125 ft gainLocated along the Long Island Sound, this 147-acre conservancy is home to a plethora of different birds, including marsh wrens, seaside sparrows, and American woodcocks. The conservancy has 3 miles of trails, all easy to navigate. Starting out from the visitor's center, take the trail to the rig...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 -
Glastonbury, Connecticut
Blackledge Falls
4.01.46 mi / 207 ft gainAlthough the park contains hiking trails, a pond and a streambelt, the primary draw of this parcel of land is the 25 foot waterfall. The falls flow varies depending on the volume of precipitation, from a trickle in the dry months to a three-pronged vertical drop after some consistent snow melt or...Read more -
Monroe, New York
Hike the Jessup/Highlands/Long Path Trails
7.8 mi / 500 ft gainThis trails starts at a small park in Woodbury called Gonzaga Park. Closed from mid-November to April, you are still able to park just outside the gate if that is the time of year you are hiking. Three different trail names share this path. The Jessup trail starts/end at Gonzaga Park and trave...Read more -
High Falls, New York
Mohonk Mountain House Labyrinth and Lemon Squeeze Hike
4.5Mohonk Mountain House is a historic resort located just outside the Catskills in the Hudson Valley just 90 miles north of New York City. With 85 miles of winding trails throughout the Mohonk Preserve, you'll have endless hiking options upon your arrival.Parking at the Gatehouse is limited, so be ...Read more -
High Falls, New York
Scramble Bonticou Crag and Table Rocks
4.5This is not a hike for the inexperienced. There is a very steep rock scramble that has some dangerous section if you are not aware of your footing and positioning. For those up to the challenge, it is extremely rewarding at the top.To start, each person has to pay $12 to access the Monhonk Preser...Read more