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First Day Hikes at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon, with hot cider and maps from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  • Gillette Castle State Park 67 River Road East Haddam, CT, 06423 United States (map)

Celebrate the start of a new year with fresh air and exercise at Gillette Castle State Park.  From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Jan 1, the Friends of Gillette Castle State Park are pleased to offer all visitors hot cider and trail maps that explain the many historic features that dot the grounds.

Visitors who pre-register can also participate in guided hikes of the route followed by William Gillette's narrow-gauge train system. Three guided hikes are scheduled to occur at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. The hikes are each approximately an hour long, and they cover gentle and flat trails that have some brief climbs. Guided hikes will be limited to 20 visitors each, and REQUIRE advance registration. Sturdy shoes and warm clothing is recommended. We hope to see you there!


Check our website or facebook on January 1st if there are weather concerns.