or maybe just a leisurely stroll? Feeling cooped up and looking for a COVID-19 safe activity? Walking is a great choice! Just put on a sturdy pair of walking shoes and you can enjoy the healthy, mood boosting, natural benefits right outside your door! When you step out to travel by foot, you can also get to know the area more intimately, look for hidden gems that you might often miss driving by in a car, or sneak a peek of wild life, fauna and flora. Breathe in the history the landmarks hold. The Town of Killingly and surrounding area have many great places for pedestrians to explore:
Owen Bell Park: While the park offers ample recreational choices, there are also leisurely walking paths throughout the park and it is well enough maintained so you can safely choose to walk off path! The track is a popular spot for walkers and joggers to exercise, but there are also some interesting trails that are still maintained beyond the track for those who like a little more challenge. The trails offer a low level of challenge, but I would not recommend them to anyone who is rehabilitating an injury, or just beginning a fitness journey. Longtime Killingly residents will enjoy looking for remnants of the beloved past Haunted Trails as you walk the clearings that were originally used for the trail routes.
Hygeia Reservoir: The swim at your own risk swimming hole is located on Valley Road in East Killingly. It is not actually a walking area, but Valley Road is a scenic walk, along Whetstone Brook, and the hill leading up to the reservoir will up your cardio boost! After the climb you can cool off in the water before finishing your journey!
Davis Park: Danielson's Town Green includes walking paths throughout the park as well as safe sidewalks all around the park. Within the park are memorials to visit, benches and a gazebo to take a pause when desired. The park is well groomed and suited for a blanket and a picnic lunch! While you stroll, you may notice the lovely architecture on the streets that surround the park, including the 300 year old Italianate Westfield Church, and Victorian era homes. Those who enjoy historical architecture could easily extend the walk to include Broad Street and Main Street, both are registered on the National Register of Historic Places, as Broad Street-Davis Park Historic District and Danielson Main Street Historic District. Danielson Lions Park: A quaint little park, that would take only minutes to walk, but Lewis Boulevard is a nice residential neighborhood in which to stretch your legs, and if there are small children in your company, they surely will appreciate the detour into the park. Cat Hollow Park: Provides a wooded area for trail walking, fishing and viewing the beautiful Whetstone Brook and Falls.
Chase Reservoir: A quiet gem with nature trails and a passive recreation area is open for non-motorized boating and fishing.
Mason Hill Park: Located off Mason Hill Road in Killingly is this nature preserve created to hike and view wildlife,
Water Street Park: If you're touring the Danielson Main Street Historic District by foot, this park would be a great landing place for a break, beverage, or snack with seating by the river.
Phaiah Dog Park: Let's not forget a place to walk with man's best friend! Quinebaug River Trail: The trail exists in two segments, the northern trail is more rustic and rural, paralleling Tracy and Park Roads into Putnam, and the southern segment, starting in the downtown Danielson area, the Quinebaug River Trail heads south for a picturesque journey on a well-maintained riverside pathway through wooded parks and corridors. Parking is available at the intersection of Water Street and Commerce Avenue in downtown Killingly. From here, the route continues south, but be sure to enjoy the views of Fivemile Pond from the bridge spur to the north before proceeding on the main trail south.
Killingly Pond State Park: Affectionately known as Old Killingly Pond by longtime residents, this park is a public recreation area encompassing 162 acres in the town of Killingly, Connecticut. The state park sits on the western side of Killingly Pond, a 122-acre body of water that straddles the state line between Connecticut and Rhode Island.
Quinebaug Lake State Park: The 181 acre State Park is located off Shephard Hill Road and is also available for boating and fishing.
Sherman Memorial Forest: Take a 3 mile woodland hike to an old stone foundation & well on land trust & town land acquired in 1892. Walk through forests, pine groves, and old town roads. Located off Breakneck Hill Road. Quinebaug Valley Community College: The pathways and trails wind through the campus out to Upper Maple Street or Rock Ave.
Bear Hill Property: Enjoy a 0.75 mile woodland walk along Old Trolley Trail to the edge of Alvia Chase Reservoir.
Quandoc Conservation Area: is a 125-acre property features forests, several wildlife habitats, stonewalls, evidence of farm fields and recreated wetlands along the Quandoc Brook. Follow yellow trail markers. 1. 5 mile trail.
Ross Pond State Park/Old Furnace Trail: Ross Pond State Park Old Furnace Trail is an easy to moderate Blue-Blazed 2.5 mile loop through woodlands, streams, wetlands. Difficulty increases while climbing to stunning summit of Ross’ Cliffs to view Half Hill Pond.
Scenic Roads: Killingly is blessed with scenic roads that are also pleasant to explore on foot North Road in East Killingly offers stunning views, horses, cattle, cemeteries, and an orchard. Among the rural gravel roads still in existence are Griffiths Road, Peeptoad Road and most of Quinns Hill Road. Lake Road beyond the industrial park is a quiet scenic stretch that ambles by a horse farm. For lovely old barn and meadow views that stretch toward Mashentuck Mountain, Burlingame Road is a nice walk. For history buffs, there are 16 cemeteries is Killingly, some pre-dating the Civil War. Cemeteries are a quiet place to learn about and honor Killingly's earlier residents. Respectful and reverent pedestrians are welcome.
In COVID-19 times, it's always a good idea to be prepared. Check ahead for rules and guidelines. Please stay home if you're not feeling well or experiencing any COVID-19 type symptoms. Staying local is highly recommended, remember most restroom areas are closed at this time. If the area is crowded, choose another location or come back at a different time or day. Maintain at least a 6 foot distance from other walkers, and be courteous when passing by others, even if it means stepping off the trail or crossing sides. Bring hand sanitizer and a mask, it is best to have both handy if needed. Bring water or drinks, most public fountains have been disabled. Bring trash bags, please for everyone's safety, leave no trash behind.
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