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H.E. Preston Nature Sanctuary
4.6 ★★★★★ 5 Google reviews · Running trail in Hampton, Connecticut · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from H.E. Preston Nature Sanctuary'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.
What runners say about H.E. Preston Nature Sanctuary
A short but lovely loop trail that goes along a stretch of the Little River. The topography change keeps it interesting. The sounds of the river in this area are so soothing! In the summer there are swaths of milkweed in the field that attract monarchs.
Great park and trail with unique start. Just wish the trail was marked better when you have to cross the field.
Trail conditions & character
“A short but lovely loop trail that goes along a stretch of the Little River.”
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The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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 — reported by runners
- Websitejoshuastrust.org
- Phone(860) 429-9023
- Social Facebook
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