Steep Rock Association’s 4 unique preserves offer some of the most beautiful hikes in Northwest Connecticut. Spanning over 47 miles, our trails offer everything from a leisurely stroll along the Shepaug River to more rigorous hikes leading to spectacular views. Trail maps are located in the kiosks at the entrances to each preserve and highlight the distance of each blazed trail.
Northeast of Washington Depot is Hidden Valley, 940 acres of mixed forest and meadows crisscrossed by nearly 20 miles of trails that offer a variety of terrain for hiking.
The 998-acre Steep Rock Preserve offers hiking trails which follow the river banks and provide access into the hillsides above.
The unspoiled land – a mix of meadow, farmland, wooded ridge and wetlands — sits just north of Route 202, opposite the junction of Route 47, and makes a magnificent natural gateway to the town.
West Mountain Preserve, located in the southeast corner of Washington, comprises two distinct properties: Johnson Farm and Hillside Farm.
Judea Garden began in spring 2009. Where the community comes together to provide fresh produce for members of our community with limited financial resources.
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One Year Ago In September 2025, a 15-acre brush fire swept below the popular Summit destination in Steep Rock Preserve. Fueled by a significant lack of rain during that period, the fire burned mostly leaf litter and debris on the...
Breaking Ground Steep Rock celebrated a momentous occasion on August 25 when current and former Trustees, volunteers, staff, and community members put shovels in the dirt and broke ground on the new Edward and Kirsten Peckerman Stewardship Center, a cornerstone...
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