The great outdoors beckons, the hills are full of color and you’re full of ideas for things you’d like to try for the first time. And in case you’re not, we’ve got some fun and safe suggestions for you.
1| Lovers Leap State Park, New Milford
Take in the views at Lovers Leap State Park, a walk-in park with hiking trails, scenic vistas and historic ruins steeped in lore, legend and beauty. Walk across the restored 1895 lenticular truss iron bridge, or hike the trails to magnificent views of the scenic Housatonic River at Lovers Leap gorge.
2| Lyman Orchards, Middlefield
Get lost in a corn maze at Lyman Orchards. This autumn pastime is growing in popularity at Connecticut farms. It's fun for all ages, and some mazes have nighttime hours !
3| Housatonic Meadows State Park, Sharon
Hike the Appalachian Trail at Housatonic Meadows State Park. The part we’d suggest for a nice fall day is the relatively flat 4.8-mile river walk.
4| HighFlyer Zipline at Foxwoods, Mashantucket
Zip through the trees on the world's only zipline off a 33 story hotel tower! Breathtaking fun for everyone — and sure to include great foliage views.
5| Bishop's Orchards, Guilford
Enjoy all things fall at Bishop's Orchards! Each season you'll find pick your own pumpkins and apples, a farm market, freshly baked goods, and even an award-winning winery!
6| Macedonia Brook State Park, Kent
Soak in the season. Connecticut has so many places to enjoy the beauty of fall in New England. Macedonia Brook State Park is a state park located in Kent, Connecticut that offers hiking trails and splendid views of the Catskill and Taconic Mountains.
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