Groton

Sat. Jun 7

10:00 am

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11:30 am

3 miles

The Mystic River Historical Society is sponsoring a 3-mile group hike through the historic Pequot Woods in Mystic. Pequot Woods Park, located just south of Sandy Hollow Rd, is a 140 acre park, featuring hiking trails, a pond, streams, stone and wooden bridges, and viewing benches. Our hike will traverse a 3-mile loop trail, covering moderate terrain with very little elevation. This hike is suitable for families, and is pet-friendly (dogs must be leashed). PLEASE NOTE that the trail can be wet and muddy, so participants should wear appropriate footwear.

In 1637, just a short distance away from Pequot Woods Park, a fierce battle known to historians as The Massacre at Mystic took place. A force of colonists and their allies attacked the Mystic fort of the widely-feared Pequot Tribe. After the attack, the battle continued westward through what is now known as The Pequot Woods. Artifacts from that encounter are still being catalogued today.

Meeting Location Details

389 Sandy Hollow Rd
Mystic, CT 06355

Meet at the small parking area by the northern entrance of Pequot Woods Park (entrance is at 389 Sandy Hollow Rd, Mystic). Parking is very limited, so please carpool if possible.

Click on the red map pin for the event address.