As of Saturday, 9/28, our trails have re-opened for visitors! Please be aware that there is still ongoing maintenance work occurring on our trails and around our center building. We request that visitors stay off our Pootatuck Trail while we continue to rehabilitate it.
Directions From I-84
- Take Exit 14 off I-84 and go north on Route 172 for 1 mile into South Britain.
- At the General Store, turn left onto East Flat Hill Road.
- The center entrance is on the left, 0.4 miles from Route 172. Look for a green mailbox.
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Trails & Bird Observation Balcony: Open Daily, Sunrise to Sunset
Suggested Trail Use Donation: $5
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