The Rockland Preserve, owned by the Town of Madison, contains 650 acres of diverse habitat and hiking/biking/bird & butterfly watching options. The Loop Trail is located at the parking lot on Route 79 across from Samantha Lane.
Descriptions, maps, and directions: https://www.madisonct.org/520/Rockland-Preserve
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 is a program of the MIDDLETOWN CT REC office. Follow them on Facebook.
Beth Lapin 
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