Scenic Journeys: Hikes and Cycling near Belden House & Mews
Reference our thoughtfully compiled selection of nearby hikes and trails for cycling, each offering a distinct perspective on the region’s natural beauty and timeless charm.
Topsmead State Forest (Litchfield) | 2 mi from Belden - Topsmead State Forest | Connecticut State Parks and Forests
Rolling meadows, tree-lined lanes, and the 1920s Tudor-style Topsmead House surrounded by fall foliage.
White Memorial Conservation Center (Litchfield) | 3 mi from Belden - White Memorial Conservation Center – White Memorial Conservation Center
40 mi of easy trails, boardwalks, ponds. Also offers select biking trails.
Camp Columbia State Park (Morris) | 6 mi from Belden - Camp Columbia State Park - Explore Connecticut
Relaxed forest trails and old tower ruins amid open meadows. Also offers select biking trails.
Mount Tom State Park (Litchfield / Morris) | 7 mi from Belden - Mount Tom State Park | Connecticut State Parks and Forests
Short, rewarding climb to the historic stone tower overlooking Bantam Lake.
Mohawk Mountain State Forest (Cornwall) | 12 mi from Belden - Mohawk Mountain State Forest State Park - Connecticut Trail Finder
Quiet forest ridge with overlooks of the Housatonic Valley.
Burr Pond State Park (Torrington) | 13 mi from Belden - Burr Pond State Park | Connecticut State Parks and Forests
Lakeside trail loop with maples and birches.
Buttermilk Falls (Plymouth) | 14 mi Belden - Buttermilk Falls Trail, Connecticut - 271 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
Three-tier waterfall; short trail with viewing deck.
Steep Rock Preserve (Washington Depot)| 14.5 mi from Belden - Steep Rock Preserve - Steep Rock Association
Wooden bridges, river bends, and cliffs framed in peak foliage. Also offers select biking trails.
Dean’s Ravine Falls (Canaan) | 18 mi from Belden - Dean’s Ravine Falls, Connecticut - 137 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
50-ft waterfall hidden in a fern-filled ravine; peaceful short hike.
Kent Falls State Park (Kent) | 20 mi from Belden - Best hikes and trails in Kent Falls State Park | AllTrails
Waterfall with stone steps beside it.
Macedonia Brook State Park (Kent) | 24.2 mi from Belden - Macedonia Brook State Park | Connecticut State Parks and Forests
10 miles of trails with varying degrees of difficulty.
Lion’s Head Trail (Salisbury) | 31 mi from Belden - Lion's Head Salisbury CT - BerkshireHiking.Com
Steep, scenic climb with sweeping views of the Taconics and Housatonic Valley.
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