The Preserve in Old Saybrook, Essex, Westbrook

The Preserve in Old Saybrook, Essex, Westbrook Permitted: Pedestrians, cyclists, equestrians. Sunrise to sunset. No motorized vehicles. No camping, no fires. Dogs on leash.

Get updates and get involved with one of Connecticut's newest state forests, located in Old Saybrook, Essex, and Westbrook.

Sunday, March 22nd: Would you like to lead or co-lead walks in Old Saybrook's woodlands? Join the leader's hike this Sun...
03/17/2026

Sunday, March 22nd: Would you like to lead or co-lead walks in Old Saybrook's woodlands? Join the leader's hike this Sunday, March 22, to learn your way around. Visit key landmarks and find their locations on the trail maps. Get a copy of the new leader's guide, including what to do if you have a wildlife encounter.

Meet: 1278 Essex Road in Westbrook

Time: Please arrive by 12:45 for a 1 pm departure from the parking lot.

Details: Wear boots, bring water. Walking sticks are highly recommended.

More details: Children over 8 are welcome. No dogs, please.

01/24/2026

Next meeting of Old Saybrook Woods & Trails Team: Feb. 12, 6 p.m. at Old Saybrook Parks & Rec Teen Center. 308 Main Street, behind Town Hall.

Learn about stewardship opportunities, upcoming walks, hike leader training, and more.

Solstice walk, 10:03 am - noon, Sunday, Dec. 21. THIS WEEKEND!December 21 will have the shortest day and longest night o...
11/21/2025

Solstice walk, 10:03 am - noon, Sunday, Dec. 21. THIS WEEKEND!

December 21 will have the shortest day and longest night of the year, with only 9 hours between sunrise and sunset. At 10:03 AM Eastern, the northern hemisphere will reach its maximum tilt away from the sun--also called the winter solstice. Join fellow walkers to say goodbye to ever-shorter days and hello to more hours of sunshine. We'll also discuss some fun facts about this natural phenomenon.

Meet at 9:45 at the parking lot *across the street* from #231 Ingham Hill Road in Old Saybrook. We will leave the parking lot at 10:03, the precise moment of the solstice.

Children 8 & up are welcome. No dogs please. Pre-registration is appreciated. Rain or snow cancel the event. https://oldsaybrookct.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29745

Call 860-510-2136 for more info.

Forest walk and stewardship event this Saturday, Nov. 22, 1-3 p.m. Begin at Great Cedars East and walk to The Preserve a...
11/18/2025

Forest walk and stewardship event this Saturday, Nov. 22, 1-3 p.m. Begin at Great Cedars East and walk to The Preserve and back. In addition to walking, we will observe trail conditions, note GPS points, and add trail markers where needed.

Meet at 12:45 at Great Cedars East parking lot by turning off Millrock Rd. West onto Merritt Lane in Old Saybrook. (Chalker Mill Pond will be on your left.) Drive about 450 ft and turn right onto the (steep) driveway to the parking area. There will be a sign to Great Cedars East.

The walk is about 4 miles at a moderate pace, with a few hills and valleys. For safety, wear boots and bring walking sticks. No dogs, please. Children 8 and older are welcome!

Rain date: Sunday, November 23; meet at the same time and place.
Leaders: Kathy Connolly, 860-510-2136 Co-leader: Chris Cryder.

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Old Saybrook Parking Is **across The Street** From 231 Ingham Hill Road. Ingham Hill Is Not A Thru-road To Essex. Enter Essex Parking Lots By Turning Off Rt. 153 Onto The North End Of Ingham Hill Road
Old Saybrook, CT
06475

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+18603953152

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