Hiking

With more than 21 miles of trails over varied and scenic terrain, hiking is one of the major attractions of Tarrywile Park for enthusiasts of all abilities and interests. Six color-coded trails have been developed and mapped with difficulty ratings from moderate to advanced. A beginner can enjoy a leisurely walk in the woods, while the expert hiker can tackle a challenging route over more difficult terrain.

Guided hikes at Tarrywile Park are provided on a regular schedule by volunteer hiking guides. Join Park Volunteers and Hike Leaders Jane, Dawn, Rita, Bruce, Steve, Lou, George and Jim as they lead fellow hikers on a two to three hour hike on the trails of Tarrywile.

- Please be sure to check the hike schedule one week in advance for any last minute changes.
- Hikes are every Sunday. We meet at the barn at 9:00am.
- All hikes are free and will only be cancelled in the event of snow or heavy rain.
- Hikers are encouraged to wear rugged, sturdy shoes and to bring water and a light snack.
- Hikers should park in the lower Mansion lot.

Please visit www.tarrywile.com for a schedule of Guided Hikes or call the Park office at 203-744-3130.

Guests are welcome to explore the trails on their own at their own pace. Color-coded trail maps are available on site or can be downloaded here.

The Park participates in the annual celebration of National Trails Day held in June. This year, National Trails Day is part of the Weekend at Tarrywile on June 4 -6 that includes a series of activities to attract guests to visit Tarrywile and celebrate the beginning of summer in the park. Please see Upcoming Events for more information or call the Park office at 203-744-3130.

Tarrywile Park is a key element in the development of the Ives Trail, a greenway that links Danbury, Redding and Ridgefield through an open space network and trail system. Once completed, the Ives Trail will include over 15 miles of continuous multi-purpose trail providing opportunities for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding.