Tag: Trails in Kent CT

Emery Park – Collier’s Climb Trail, Leonard Mountain, Club Gateway

2.29 mi
722 ft gain
01:36:44

I helped lead a group of Club Getaway guests up the Collier's Climb Trail in Emery Park, near Kent, CT. The route to the summit of Leonard Mountain is a steady incline — not incredibly steep, but consistently at an angle and rarely leveling off. At the top there's a view of the surrounding mountains and valleys, partially obstructed by summer foliage. We went on an exceptionally hot, humid day and stopped a few times for water. We had hoped to descend a different trail, but a recent storm had left it blocked by downed trees, so we retraced our steps for a 2.29-mile out-and-back.

Caleb’s Peak – Appalachian Trail, Kent CT, Club Getaway

1.73 mi
427 ft gain
01:14:07

I led a group of guests from Club Getaway on an off-site excursion up a small portion of the Appalachian Trail to Caleb's Peak, overlooking the Kent, CT mountains and valleys. I'd consider this slightly above a beginner hike because the majority of the trail is uphill/downhill. I used my trekking poles to reduce the strain on my knees. It's well worth the view once reaching the summit.

Bull’s Bridge – Appalachian Trail, Kent CT, Club Getaway

2.29 mi
500 ft gain
01:23:19

I led a group of guests from Club Getaway on this hike along the Housatonic River, covering part of the Appalachian Trail in Kent, CT. The hike was mostly flat, with only slight inclines along the way. At Ned Anderson Memorial Bridge, we stopped to go down to the banks of the Ten Mile River, before turning around to head back. Overall, really beautiful views of some small and medium-sized falls and whitecaps.