NCNC Hiking Club

General Information

Tom Turrentine will be leading the hikes. Tom has always enjoyed hiking, from his teen age years in Litchfield County to trips through national parks and Backroads treks in the Canadian Rockies. These days, he can often be found on the trails in Ward Pound Ridge or up in Washington and Kent with his Springer Spaniel Andy by his side. There are many trails within 90 minutes of New Canaan that reward hikers with good workouts and beautiful vistas!

Fall 2023 Dates: Sept 19 / Oct 10th / Nov 8th

Ward Pound Ridge

Tuesday, September 19th

(Raindate Sept 20 or 26)

The 4,315-acre park makes Ward Pound Ridge Reservation the county’s largest park. With its varied terrain and landscapes and miles of wooded trails, the park provides a variety of activities in all seasons. There are areas for picnicking, lean-to camping, fishing and cross-country skiing. Hours: Sunrise to Sunset

Meet in the New Canaan Nature Center lower parking lot at 9:15 a.m.

Cost for the Hike: Free

Mountain Lakes Park

Tuesday, October 10th

(Raindate Oct 11 or 17)

The 1,082-acre Mountain Lakes Park is Westchester’s northernmost county park. It is characterized by a rugged landscape and native hardwood forest with miles of trails. The park boasts five lakes and a spectacular overlook, which makes for a breathtaking hiking destination. • Location: Mountain Lakes Park is located at 201 Hawley Road, North Salem, NY 10560 • Park hours: Open seven days a week, dawn to dusk, year-round.

Meet in the New Canaan Nature Center lower parking lot at 9:15 a.m.

Cost for the Hike: Free