Connecticut College Arboretum, New London

A great place for a walk. If you have an interest in the local flora, you will find the name plates for selective trees and plants useful. Don't forge to visit the lily pond.

The Connecticut college arboretum is very pleasant and quiet. Easy walk and hiking boots are not needed. It can be a little muddy in spots. Parking is easy. Great place for bird watching. However, the most important thing to know is WEAR BUG SPRAY AND LOTS OF IT. I was slathered with Deep Woods Off from head to toe and I was still attacked by deer flies and mosquitoes. Did I mention you should wear bug spray? Not just any old spray. You need commercial grade deet and or protective clothing like burlap and mosquito netting.

Beautiful place to walk or just relax plenty of trails for hiking peaceful and relaxing

Amazing any time of year. Well maintained and a good place to walk the dog. Lots of plants and trees to look at and a large pond. Good hiking across gallows lane. There are large hills, cliffs, meadows and old ruins and house frames. Old abandoned cars hiding in places.

A special place that will remain untouched by the evil corporate world that has permeated even the best preserved land. It is both beautiful and educational. Trees are named. Special areas are marked. Bridges are well built where needed to help keep the water clean. Unfortunately, something has affected the water in the last couple of years. It is not as pristine as it once was. As a result fewer and fewer animals are seen in the area. Still even the trails that have been added, that are not on the map, are readily walked. A truly beautiful piece of land. As a bonus, I have never met anything but polite dog walkers, while walking my own.