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Housatonic Heritage Hike at Macedonia State Park

September 23, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Housatonic Heritage Hike at Macedonia State Park

Join NCLC for an invigorating hike to our Cobble Mountain Preserve, accessible from Macedonia Brook State Park. The trail passes along Macedonia Brook and includes a steep ascent to a rocky outcrop on the blue-blazed Macedonia Ridge Trail. The blue-blazed Macedonia Ridge Trail passes through NCLC’s Cobble Mountain Preserve. The hike is 2.5 miles and includes a steep climb and descent. It is a challenging and invigorating climb. You will be rewarded with amazing views of the Taconic and Catskill Mountain ranges.

NCLC has protected 192 acres of land surrounding Macedonia State Park, including 86 acres of ridgeline and the northwestern hillside of Cobble Mountain.  This hike is part of the annual Housatonic Heritage Hikes offered each fall across the Upper Housatonic Valley National Heritage Area. Space is limited. To register, email events@ctland.org.

Day: Saturday, September 23 (rain date Sunday, September 24)
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Distance: 2.5 miles
RSVP: events@ctland.org
Address and Directions: 159 Macedonia Brook Road. From the center of Kent, follow Route 341 west from the junction of Route 341 and Route 7. Turn right onto Macedonia Brook Road. Stay left at the intersection of Macedonia Brook and Fuller Mountain Roads. Look for Macedonia Brook State Park signs.

What to Wear and Bring: All participants should be dressed for the elements. Bring plenty of water, snacks, sunscreen, bug spray, sunglasses, and a hat. Wear closed-toed, sturdy shoes that you do not mind getting dirty.

Details

Date:
September 23, 2023
Time:
9:30 am - 12:30 pm