Winter Only
A couple of snowy downhill runs and the sighting of an American symbol highlight this immersion into a Connecticut winter weekend. Some things only happen at one time of year, so now’s the time for your full winter embrace!
- Winter
- Shepaug Dam Bald Eagles
- Mount Southington
- Winding Trails Cross Country Ski Center
- Stamford Museum & Nature Center
Shepaug Dam Bald Eagles
Bald eagles winter in several locations in Connecticut, and the Shepaug Dam in Southbury is one of them. The observation area offers viewings on select days starting late December until early March. There's nothing like seeing one of these great birds up close!
Mount Southington
Offering skiing, snowboarding, tubing and more, Mount Southington is home to a wide range of activities for all skill levels, including a terrain park with fun and challenging features.
Winding Trails Cross Country Ski Center, Farmington
Winding Trails Cross Country Ski Center
The next day, continue your travels with a trip to the Winding Trails Cross Country Ski Center in Farmington. Here, on a 350-acre terrain, you’ll find 13 miles of groomed trails. All levels of expertise will thrive on these trails, and after your wintery excursion, cozy up by the warm fire in the lodge. You can also sled, ice skate, and snowshoe at the center - there's truly an activity for everyone.
Stamford Museum & Nature Center
Consider timing your winter outing in Connecticut to coincide with the annual Maple Sugar Festival at the Stamford Museum & Nature Center, held in early March. Visit the little red sugarhouse and see how sap is turned into sweet maple syrup - then taste it yourself during the popular pancake brunch.
