New Year’s Day Hike, January 1, 2024:
Meet 10:00AM at Bluff Point State Park, 55 Depot Rd, Groton, CT.

We will hike the Bluff Point State Park Eastern Loop, 5.2 miles, as seen on AllTrails, the map of which can be downloaded, with the option of exploring the sand neck facing Mumford Cove, another 1/2 mile, weather and tide conditions to be considered.
Bring hiking poles, Yaktrax, micro spikes, and/or snowshoes if conditions warrant.
Bring your own hot or cold drinks and choice of snacks to suit.
Since all forms of hunting are forbidden here, hikers can omit wearing Orange, which is otherwise suggested by DEEP for those recreating on state and private lands during hunting season.
We would like to encourage an after-hike gathering at one of the many locations close by, to include Panera’s, The Shack and closest of all is The Spot.

Directions:
Coming from most locations East,  North and West of Groton, take I-95 to Exit 88 for CT 117, and turn onto this route heading south towards Noank/ Groton Long Point. Travel 1 mile to the stop light and turn right at the intersection with Rt 1 / Fort Hill Road .  Go .3 miles to the first light and turn left onto Depot Road, drive straight through under the railroad bridge and on into the gravel lot.  Proceed to the far end and the trailhead for the park where we will meet.
Please plan to arrive 10 minutes ahead of the start for hike orientation and club announcements.
Hazardous driving conditions Cancel.
Leaders: Duncan and Mary Jo Bailey
860 334 7503