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Moore Woodlands

Moore Woodlands is tucked between neighborhoods in Groton and Mystic and offers just under a mile of trails through an even mix of well-groomed grass, packed earth and dirt, small boardwalks and bog bridging, with occasional exposed roots and rocks.
Trail Activity
Hiking Walking
Length
0.8 miles, Network
Difficulty
Easy
Town
Groton
Surface
Packed Earth/Dirt, Grass
Pets
Permitted on leash
Fees
No

Description

This network of trails includes two small loops that are connected on one side, allowing for a casual hike with some terrain changes. The trail offers small elevation changes of 95 feet and crosses over small creeks and surface water runoffs. Various trees throughout have small plaques identifying the type of tree, what the leaves look like, and some additional data.

The trails connect to the Beebe Pond Park Loop Trail. Also worth noting is the close proximity to Mystic Market West (approximately 0.2 miles north on Route 215/Noank Road from the southeast entrance to the trail).

Other Information

Protection History

The preserve contains both hard and soft wood with extensive wetlands draining into the Mystic River. A 10 year Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (CT DEEP) Wildlife grant to recreate an early successional habitat began late winter 2006.

Rules

  • Moore Woodlands is open to foot traffic only.
  • Dogs must be leashed at all times. Please be sure to remove all waste and waste bags. 
  • The preserve is open dawn to dusk.
  • Please stay on the marked trails.

This property is part of Avalonia's Hike and Seek Program scavenger hunt program!

Trail Manager

Avalonia Land Conservancy
Avalonia Land Conservancy
P.O. Box 49
Old Mystic, CT 06372
(860) 884-3500
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Trail Tips

Plan Ahead and Prepare
Be prepared to find your way home. Familiarize yourself with the area before you set out and bring your map and compass along.
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Trailhead Information

There are two main entrances to the trails, one off Capstan Avenue (northeast entrance, ample parking on street) and one off off Route 215/Noank Road (southeast entrance, no designated parking).

Click on a parking icon to get custom directions
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