I come here quite frequently and enjoy sitting on the second story of the boathouse. I also enjoy…read moresitting on the docks, waking on the paved waking paths, and walking on the unpaved trails to the dog park with my pup! I've been a regular here for ages! There are public bathrooms at the boathouse and note that there are often events (like weddings) at the actual structure. This happens all nights of the year (or so it seems and by that I mean random weeknights is when I often stumble upon a wedding). It used to be PACKED during COVID. You will almost always find parking in the main lot but occasionally if there are kids sport games on the fields, and lots of kids on the playground, and boats being launched (boats plus trailers take up two spots)... well then you will maybe need to park in the overflow lot. I'm not sure if both of those lots are ever simultaneously full but there is a little parking garage a tiny way up the road by the Glastonbury library (if needed). It's a quick walk up to town & there are some little free libraries (and Poke-stops) nearby! Thank you :)

This beautiful park in Glastonbury is located right on the Connecticut River. It's not far from the…read moretown center and has many amenities. There's a dog park, boat ramp, picnic pavilion, athletic fields, trail, playground to name a few. There were plenty of parking. There are multiple access points. We walked through a trail which was located off Main Street and past the dog park. Then we walked towards the main entrance which was where the picnic pavilion was located. We also explored the playground and boat ramp area. This was a large and beautifully maintained park.

If you are ever so lucky as to go here, oh my gosh! What a great hike!! So much to see if you like…read morenature! We do Geocaching and over Covid started doing searches. This was one of our searches. So much beauty here! There is a stream, there is a field, there is a river, there are trails!! Go on line and read what Shoddy Cotton is first so you know why there was a mill.

UODATE We returned to hike in to see the awesome stone dam. It's a short distance in and trails are…read morepoorly marked. At the first option of a fork, head right if you want a quick way in. This trail has a large number of uprooted and fallen trees. Nothing dangerous but could be so much nicer. The dam is awesome; the workmanship amazing and water was flowing! It's def worth a look.

J.B. Williams Park is over 160 acres of hiking trails, woodlands, streams, wooden bridges, and a…read moregorgeous lake. I attended a private party at their Pavilion that was very cool. The pavilion is a big 40'x40' covered wood structure with lots of picnic tables and benches. They also have a companion building with a kitchen, refrigerator, sink, service counter, and stove. The grounds are gorgeous and I spent an hour or so wandering around the hiking trails and over the wood bridges and enjoying the tranquil beauty of the lake before my event started.

A Forest Spa for the Mind: This is a Gem of a local park and a must stop for people wanting a…read morecasual hike with instant forest immersion only a few feet after leaving the parking lot on the trail right side entrance. This will not be your longest hike but as the co-head of a hiking group of over 2000 in USA and canada - this is a treat for the senses and a forest spa for the mind. Love sunrise at this park and how the light highlights the beautiful tall trees along the main trail. Treat yourself: Breathe, Admire and Appreciate the beauty around you

This is a Cute trail to take a hike on! Beautiful in every season. The Waterfalls here are so…read morepeaceful and relaxing. You can hike all the way around the dam or just walk right up to the waterfalls. Dividend Pond - Hiking & Outdoors Located in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, Dividend Pond is now a scenic nature preserve with hiking trails looping around the Upper and Lower Ponds. Trails are about 2.5 miles total, moderate difficulty, and pass historic mill ruins from the 1600s-1800s. Billings & Spencer Co. - Hartford, CT's 19th‑century industrial powerhouse! Known for drop‑forged hand tools and innovative machinery, this company helped shape American manufacturing. Many of its historic factory buildings still stand today, now repurposed for the community. Founding and Early Years (1869-1873) In 1869, Charles E. Billings and Christopher M. Spencer, both former workers at Colt's Armory, partnered to found a company initially focused on manufacturing metal goods. Toolmaking and Drop Forging Billings & Spencer specialized in drop-forged mechanics' hand tools -- things like wrenches, pliers, vises, and machinist tools -- and ultimately became one of the leading tool manufacturers in the United States.

Quiet little hiking area. Waterfalls and a loop around the park…read more There are a few bridges and mostly flat terrain, but near the mill area is steep with stairs and small inclines.

This was my first time here I hiked the north and south trails. Each side had their own little…read morequirks and beauty. The north side was a little prettier than the south side however, I enjoyed them both. They both have the river as well as little ruins and signs that explain what they once were. It's a fairly easy hike.

Beautiful and scenic trials. Make sure you follow the trail heads or follow your scenery as a…read moremajority of the trails aren't marked. Very well maintained, clean and well preserved.

Loved coming here for the nature hike and exploring the grounds…read more Dogs are no longer allowed on the trails

This is a fun spot that's a little underwhelming in terms of the attractions. Part museum, part…read morepark, when we went it was covered in snow, so we only really were able to experience what's inside. It's $6, and small kids are free, which was an appropriate cost. You'll walk into a few small animals in exhibits - snakes, frogs, etc. - which are fun, and then get to the fossils and stuff. They have one of those topographical sand tables, which are fun for little ones (also saw some teens playing with it, so fun for all ages). They have a bunch of fossils, mostly fossilized footprints, and one mostly complete dinosaur specimen, as well as an impressive room that must've been 100 ft wide that shows tracks that different dinosaurs made over the eons. That part was very cool. But, it's a pretty small spot, and you can walk through it really quickly, probably in 15 mins or so if you're quick. We have a small kid, so we spent probably closer to an hour and ran through it a couple times. Ultimately, it was a good stop, but not something I'd really go out of my way to do again.

My husband and I frequent these trails and enjoy them immensely. We park at Smith Middle School and…read morewalk to the Bell St access and back, which ends up being about 2 miles. The trail is fully paved and wooded which helps keep out the sun during the summer and the wind during the colder days. There is a small brook that runs near the trail and adds to the tranquility.

Racism is alive and well at this school along with cyber bullying. My child was bullied and…read morephysically assaulted by another student and because he defended himself was put as the "problem child". He was left with bruising and scratches all over his arm. The other white counterpart received 1 day off in school suspension as the aggressor in the situation. Meanwhile, my child received 3 days of out of school suspension. They were both physical with each other and used their hands to hit each other but, my black child received the harsher treatment. We have been in this town for approximately 2 months and moved from out of state. My son had NEVER gotten suspended in any other school district. If I would have known this is what my child of color would be going through, I would have never moved here. So unfortunate as it happens all around town . Please reconsider sending your children to this school if you don't fit the correct boxes.

Beautiful hike, not too hard, but not necessarily for beginners either. I wood bring water and good…read moreshoes

I hosted a birthday hike at Quarry Park and brought a bag of spray paints- we had a blast! The hike…read moreis fair, not easy but not difficult. The graffiti was beautiful art. The only downfall is that we put bug spray on, but I came home with 42 mosquito bites- but I will go back when there's not as many mosquitoes!!

Decent upkeep and clean playground. Pool and pool area somewhat small. Some benches with covering…read moreavailable. Kiddie pool area available

Love that the small dog park and big dog park are the same size and that they are right next to…read moreeach other so the dogs can run back and forth across the fence with each other. There is plenty of parking for the dog park which is great and most people know to drive slow and carefully in the area. There is water, but with covid, it is best to bring your own water. We love that the whole area is grass but there are a few spots that get dug out by the doggos. Our pup loves it here and loves seeing all the dogs. Most people are doing a great job of social distancing as well.