| Connecticut is full of adventures. Hiking the | | | | face you will pass under the French King Bridge built |
| Appalachian Trail, enjoying a relaxing day at the | | | | in 1932. The river banks at first full of unbroken |
| beach or cruising the Connecticut River for 405 miles. | | | | forests of pine and hardwoods, changing to cliffs of |
| Adventures are around every corner. | | | | rock covered in mosses and low growing plants till |
| Adventures in Connecticut | | | | you reach the marsh grasses. Bald eagles are in this |
| Appalachian Trail to Bear Mountain will give you the | | | | area you will certainly see geese and ducks. |
| adventure and views you seek. Lion Heads Trail | | | | The Thimbles islands called by the Mattabec Indians |
| follows the Appalachian Trail to the top of Bear | | | | "the beautiful sea rocks" are 365 of the of the rocks |
| Mountain. This trail is the longest route about 3 miles | | | | known as the thimble islands. Most range in size from |
| but the trail has resting points and a well packed day | | | | a half an acre to 12 acres. You can get there by |
| pack should get you through. Along the way you will | | | | Kayak or by taking a tour boat. Taking a tour you will |
| see creeks, waterfalls, wildflowers, wildlife and views | | | | get close to the islands and learn some of their |
| of mountain valleys that only can be viewed along | | | | unique history. From December to early May there is |
| the trail. It would be a great starting point to hike the | | | | the opportunity to see migrating Harbor Seals. Take |
| Appalachian Trail to your hearts content. | | | | a day trip stay on shore and enjoy a great seafood |
| There are scenic drives along the Connecticut River | | | | dinner at one of the local haunts. |
| that you can drive along and you will get views of | | | | Adventures are available in Connecticut and once you |
| area but for the ultimate look you should climb | | | | have enjoyed playing here you will want to come |
| aboard the Quinnetukut II. On this open air river boat | | | | back again and again. |
| perched on a wooden bench with a breeze in your | | | | |