Southford Falls Blue Trail CT

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Southford Falls Blue Trail CT

Waterfall park route with stone steps and stream crossings.

Rating

Length

2.6 mi

Difficulty

3

County

new haven

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About This Trail

A waterfall park route in Southford Falls State Park with stone steps and stream crossings leading to scenic cascades on Eightmile Brook. The trail passes a covered bridge, old mill ruins, and a diamond-shaped observation tower in a compact, family-friendly setting.

Location

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Coordinates: 41.4239114, -72.7335594

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Getting There

From I-84, take Exit 16 to Route 188 south. Follow to the junction with Route 67, turn left, then right back onto Route 188. Southford Falls State Park is a half mile on the left at 175 Quaker Farms Road.

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