Peoples State Forest Tours

#TakeaHike right up the Jessie Gerard trail in Barkhamsted, CT! It's mostly uphill but a fairly short hike. There's a beautiful stream halfway up as well that spills over into an awesome waterfall. There is one switchback turn that you want to go left on the blue/yellow trail instead of continuing on the solid blue trail but other than that it's very straight forward. You could make it more adventurous on the way up or down and do the waterfall trail which is a bit more work. When you get to the top it's stunning vistas for a far as you can see. You can even see the Farmington River winding its way through the trees below. It's my happy place. I spend lots of time meditating up here in all of the seasons. ❤️
#TakeaHike right up the Jessie Gerard trail in Barkhamsted, CT! It's mostly uphill but a fairly short hike. There's a beautiful stream halfway up as well that spills over into an awesome waterfall. There is one switchback turn that you want to go left on the blue/yellow trail instead of continuing on the solid blue trail but other than that it's very straight forward. You could make it more adventurous on the way up or down and do the waterfall trail which is a bit more work. When you get to the top it's stunning vistas for a far as you can see. You can even see the Farmington River winding its way through the trees below. It's my happy place. I spend lots of time meditating up here in all of the seasons. ❤️

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Peoples State Forest Nature Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Peoples State Forest Nature Museum during your travels in Riverton.

Peoples State Forest Nature Museum

Harts Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Harts Island during your travels in Barkhamsted. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's festivals.

Harts Island

Old School House Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Old School House Museum in Barkhamsted. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's festivals.

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Tatro Pond

You can take time to visit Tatro Pond during your travels to Winchester.

Tatro Pond

Ames Plaza Shopping Center

You can do some window-shopping at Ames Plaza Shopping Center during your trip to Barkhamsted. Take in the live music in this relaxing area.

Ames Plaza Shopping Center

American Mural Project

You can spend time studying the exhibits at American Mural Project in Winchester.

American Mural Project

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