This trail guide was written to help you locate and enjoy areas of open space in Middletown, Connecticut. These are places, both large and small, that have been permanently protected from development within Middletown’s borders by state or local governments and private conservation groups.
The Location Map shows many of the open spaces and trails in Middletown. This guide highlights areas with major trails and other places available for strolls or vistas.
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Major Trails for hiking, biking, or canoeing/kayaking are described and mapped. Each page includes directions, information about parking, and an overview of the terrain, followed by a general description of trails at the site. Most trails are marked with small metal placards or blazing on trees along the trail. Please note that trail locations on these maps are approximate and should be used with caution. All information is as up-to-date as possible, but please be aware that information may have changed since publication of this guide.
Open Space Conservation Areas with parking include sites that may not have a network of trails, but have parking areas to access the properties and you are invited to walk the properties.
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CityScape Walking Trails afford an opportunity to stroll along our city streets and appreciate the variety of architecture, shopping, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
The Strolls & Vistas section identifies properties that are small in size or with topography or features that offer a wonderful view or scenic landscape. Their listing within the guide includes the locations and prominent features.
Middletown is fortunate to have a large number of City Parks and Recreational Areas. These are summarized in the Parks/Recreation Appendix at the end of this guide. Parks with trails are described in the text of this guide, but the vast majority of these are primarily picnic areas, playgrounds, or ball fields that are otherwise not described in this guide. More information about parklands can be obtained from the City’s Parks Division.
Finally there is a list of other Resources for those of you who have discovered a love of these areas. These additional publications and the conservation organizations included can be contacted for provide more extensive information on trails, ecology, and history within city limits, as well as farther afield.