Hours
Dawn to dusk
Conditions
A short trail begins at the parking area.

Things To Do
What to See: Plants
White pine and hemlock trees

What to See: Animals
Keep an eye and ear out for woodpeckers among the fallen trees.

Plan Your Visit
Please enjoy your visit to this preserve. The Nature Conservancy welcomes passive recreation, including hiking, birding, canoeing, nature study and cross-country skiing.

To ensure those who visit after you are able to enjoy the same experience you have, please remember to stay on designated trails, pack out everything you brought in, and contact our office at: 203 568 6270 or [email protected] if you notice any problems.

To maintain the ecological integrity of the preserve, the following activities are not allowed: collection of plant or animal specimens, camping, fires, fishing, hunting, bicycling, and use of motorized vehicles. Pets are not allowed on Nature Conservancy preserves.

Directions

From Eastern Connecticut:
Take Interstate 84 to Route 8 north in Waterbury. Proceed north to Route 4, in Torrington.

-Go west on Route 4 to the junction of Route 125 in Cornwall.

-At the junction go left on Pine Street.

-At the "T" intersection (0.3 mile), turn left on Valley Road.

-After the immediate sharp right bend in the road, take the next left onto Essex Hill Road, continue for 0.2 miles.

-On the left is a large boulder and a small parking lot. The trail leaves from the lot.

From Southwestern Connecticut:
Take Route 7 north to Route 4 in Cornwall Bridge.

-Turn east on Route 4, go 3.3 miles to Route 125, turn right, and proceed as above.