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Audubon Center Bent of the River
4.9 ★★★★★ 189 Google reviews · Running trail in Southbury, Connecticut · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Audubon Center Bent of the River's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Nature preserve and wildlife sanctuary offering trails, picnic areas, and river views.
What runners say about Audubon Center Bent of the River
“Gorgeous natural area for birding and hiking, with well maintained and clearly marked trails with plenty of benches.”
“Gorgeous natural area for birding and hiking, with well maintained and clearly marked trails with plenty of benches.”
“I tried to stay back and quiet so as not to stress her out, but I managed to get a BEAUTIFUL video before leaving her to it.”
“Trails are not very difficult and are family-friendly.”
This place is GORGEOUS. I never thought I'd be into birdwatching, but they have SO much more here - beavers, turtles, etc. And they're very comfortable with humans so they'll get close and are used to cameras! The other day I went walking along the main trail and passed by a turtle laying her eggs!
Beautiful walk! Love this hiking trail. Gorgeous stream nearby and lovely birds/shrubbery. Good place for bird watchers and people who like quiet hiking trails. There is a little covered bridge at the start of the walk that has maps of the trail available as well!
My first time here 4.22.2023 As you first start walking here lots of song birds. Bird watchers paradise I loved the trails and the river. Lots of trails here. Did about 5.6 miles and still didn't do all the trails. I will definitely return There is an overlook.
Beautiful trails and birds, birds, birds. Great hikes and bird watching at the awesome barn.
Trail conditions & character
“Gorgeous natural area for birding and hiking, with well maintained and clearly marked trails with plenty of benches.”
“I tried to stay back and quiet so as not to stress her out, but I managed to get a BEAUTIFUL video before leaving her to it.”
Plan your run at Audubon Center Bent of the River
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websitebentoftheriver.audubon.org
- Phone+1 203-264-5098
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–6 pm |
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