Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Oswegatchie Nature Preserve, 8 Memorial Park Dr., Niantic.,
Connecticut, East of River,
CT
Approximate five (5) mile hike with some hills, minor stream crossings and rocky footing. (Poles are recommended). During this hike we will see the quartz pit, granite quarries, groves of pitch pine, check out a couple of ledge overlooks, and summit Niantic's highpoint, Mount Tabor. Average pace will be around 2 miles per hour. Meet at 9:15 AM for a 9:30 AM departure. Please bring at least 1 quart of water, a trail snack, and wear waterproof, sturdy boots/shoes. Depending on recent rains some stream crossings may be wetter than usual. DIRECTIONS: Oswegatchie Nature Preserve is located at 8 Memorial Park Dr. in Niantic. From I-95 take Exit 74 (Rte. 161). Turn right on Rte. 161 South. Turn left at the Sunoco Station onto Oswegatchie Hill Rd and 1st left onto Memorial Park Dr. The best place to park and where we will be meeting is the large paved parking lot located adjacent to the ballfields (8 Memorial Park Drive).
Free
