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Pigeon Hill Preserve
4.9 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Running trail in Bristol, Connecticut · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Loop distance
- 1.3 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Pigeon Hill Preserve'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 Pigeon Hill Preserve
“I did not know about this area and it is definitely a beautiful area to explore.”
“Pigeon Hill Preserve is a serene and beautiful spot, despite its appearance.”
I did not know about this area and it is definitely a beautiful area to explore. There is no map on the all trails for this area but you just have to follow the purple line they're also building a wooden plank deck for you to walk on it was very wet when I went back here and explored but I don't mind because I enjoy…
Pigeon Hill Preserve is a serene and beautiful spot, despite its appearance. To fully appreciate it, knowing which trail to follow is helpful. Some things to note: - Limited parking spaces are available. - No restrooms are available on-site, but the preserve connects to the Harry C.
Nice hike so close to home. Went on a sunny winter day. Pleasantly surprised.
Great spot for a short hike! Still under development but looks like they will have an easy access trail on top of the slightly more difficult purple trail. Diverse landscape and super close to home so glad we happened upon it and excited to go back and explore.
Trail conditions & character
“been hiking this area for years - the purple loop is a great 30-45 minute run for the dogs.”
“Pigeon Hill Preserve is a serene and beautiful spot, despite its appearance.”
“Some things to note: - Limited parking spaces are available.”
“Pigeon Hill Preserve is a serene and beautiful spot, despite its appearance.”
“- No restrooms are available on-site, but the preserve connects to the Harry C.”
“been hiking this area for years - the purple loop is a great 30-45 minute run for the dogs.”
Plan your run at Pigeon Hill Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- Loop distance1.3 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteelcct.org
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–10 pm |
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