There's certainly no shortage of green space here in the Nutmeg State. Despite our small size, we're blessed with acres of parks and forests to explore, and you can find a huge variety of landscapes just waiting to be enjoyed by nature enthusiasts, whether you love meadows, mountains, beaches, or woods. One of our favorite spots for hiking in Weston, CT is the beautiful Trout Brook Valley Reserve. This 730-acre park is maintained by the Aspetuck Land Trust and offers up miles of hiking trails that have some pretty stellar views. If you're looking to immerse yourself in a natural wonderland that looks straight out of a story book, this is just the spot for you.

The land that is now Trout Brook Valley Preserve was once on the brink of being developed into a golf course and collection of luxury homes. In 1999, the property was purchased by the Aspetuck Land Trust. It's now a preserve that serves as a largely untouched natural area where people can enjoy recreation and wildlife is allowed to thrive in undeveloped conditions.

The park features more than 14 miles of winding trails, with a variety of scenery sure to please any hiker. Both easy and difficult hikes are present, providing opportunities for anyone looking to enjoy the outdoors, regardless of skill level.

Much of the surrounding acreage is also protected land. Crow Hill Preserve and Jump Hill Preserve are right next to Trout Brook Valley Preserve. In all, the area offers more than 1,000 acres to explore.

The scenery here is stunning, and you'll enjoy views of the woods, blueberry orchards, and the Saugatuck Reservoir. The trails are open for year-round public use, and parking is available in five locations in both Easton and Weston.

Note that all the shade means this area can get quite buggy during the warm months, so if you're visiting in the summertime, you'll want to apply plenty of insect repellent before hitting the trails.

For more information about this great park near Weston, CT, check out the Aspetuck Land Trust website. You can also learn more about the hiking opportunities here from our friends at AllTrails. Are you an avid fan of hiking in the Nutmeg State? Consider a free trial of AllTrails+. With benefits like downloadable trail maps and turn-by-turn directions, you'll never have to worry about getting lost in the woods again!