Outdoor Recreation
Richard H. Goodwin Trail
Working with towns, land trusts and CT DEEP, the Richard H. Goodwin Trail was formed connecting eight parcels in four towns. The existing trail is approximately 14 miles long and only crosses 4 roads along its length.
This trail memorializes Dr. Richard H Goodwin, a professor of botany and ecology at Connecticut College. He was a founding member of The Nature Conservancy, pioneering the land trust movement, and helping to conserve tens of millions of acres of land world-wide.
Printable Maps
Wander Our Watershed
There has been a concerted effort by the five watershed towns and the adjacent town of Old Lyme to preserve local streams, woodlands, and farmland, meaning the region with the Eightmile River Watershed at the heart, is an outdoor recreation enthusiast's paradise.
To make your visit complete, we've also highlighted local places to stay, where to eat, and local historical sites. Please explore the map and wander our watershed.
Outdoor Recreation Map
Explore preserves, parks, and forests open to the public in the Eightmile River Watershed. Contact us if you'd like a printed copy.
