Beth Lapin

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Millers Pond State Park provides an opportunity to circle around this 33-acre pond filled with pristine fresh water. The white trail hugs the shore and is the easiest way to cover the area. Side trails head into adjacent protected land and are more strenuous. This park can be quite busy on a summer weekend, with the parking lot filled to capacity.

Descriptions, maps, and directions: https://ctparks.com/parks/millers-pond-state-park

REMEMBER: Follow basic hiking guidelines: Wear good shoes, bring water and simple first aid kit, plus a copy/phone photo of trail map. Check the weather ahead of time, if you go alone, let others know where/when you’re going. All participation is at your own risk. Find a nearby restaurant or ice cream shop to reward yourself after your hike!

HIKING HINTS are a program of the MIDDLETOWN REC CT office. Follow them on Facebook