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Uplands Preserve

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Canton Land Conservation's Trust's Uplands Preserve includes a network of three connected trails through deciduous woodlands and, in spring, around several vernal pools.
Trail Activity
Hiking Walking
Length
1.9 miles, Network
Difficulty
Easy, Moderate
Town
Canton
Surface
Packed Earth/Dirt, Boardwalk
Pets
Permitted
Fees
No

Description

The blue trail begins at the Westwood Drive cul-de-sac. The vernal pool can be found along this trail.

The entrance to the white-blazed trail is in an opening of the stone wall, off the northern section of the blue trail.

The yellow trail begins at the Uplands south trailhead, although it extends up to the sign kiosk near the beginning of the blue trail.

Trail Manager

Canton Land Conservation Trust
P.O. Box 41
Canton Center, CT, 06020
860-882-7224
https://cantonlandtrust.org

Trail Tips

Respect Wildlife
Keep your pets under control at all times, to protect both them and wild animals, fragile environments, and the enjoyment of other visitors.

Trailhead Information

Uplands north, Westwood Drive cul-de-sac

From Route 179, turn onto High Valley Drive for approximately 1 mile. Turn right onto Westwood Drive and follow it to the end. The trailhead is at the far end of the cul-de-sac.

Uplands south, Uplands Drive circle

From Route 179, head east on North Mountain Road. Take a left onto Orchard Hill Road. At the end of Orchard Hill Road, turn right onto Uplands Drive and continue to the circle at the end of Uplands Drive. Walk part way down a driveway to reach the trailhead.

Parking

Currently there are no formal parking areas, please be considerate of neighbors in either cul-de-sac.

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