Blackledge Falls — Attraction in Glastonbury

My sister recommended this hike on a gorgeous June weekend in the early afternoon. We found the parking lot quickly and we were surprised that we were the only ones there. After a minute of looking at the trail signs, we started on our journey to the falls. It only took about 15 minutes (mostly uphill) on the blue/blue&white trail to get to the waterfall. This is definitely one of the smaller waterfalls I have seen. (Not in height, but in the amount of water) It is still a pretty sight. We then took the blue path all the way around and found some little critters and bridges along our way. The trails are marked very clearly and there are points where it clearly states that you will leave the trail if you take a wrong turn. Overall took about an hour.

If you are looking for a quick quiet hike, this...

I heard about this place from a coworker so my husband and I set out to find a waterfall in Connecticut. I didn't know we had waterfalls but after following the path for some time I thought about turning back because we started out with a family ahead of us but when we stopped to take pictures they were nowhere in site. But we continued and we saw two boys coming down a steep incline; it was then that we knew we were headed in the right direction. The closer we got to the falls we saw more families heading back downhill after viewing them. We are still on the right track to see Blackledge Falls. A few more steps and we were viewing two small falls. Now, this was a hiking trip; I had never spent so much time in the woods. I had an amazing time and would love to find other waterfalls around...

Blackledge Falls

Located in East Glastonbury at the Hebron Town line, this 80 acre parcel of open space is largely wooded. It contains hiking trails, a pond and a streambelt. Directions Route 2 East to Exit 8 Hebron Avenue. Take a left an end of exit onto Hebron Avenue and go about 10 miles. Black Ledge Falls will be on your left (if you see the Hebron Town Line sign, you have gone too far).

Route 2 West to Exit 10. Take a right at end of exit ramp onto Manchester Road. Follow Manchester Road (about 3-4 miles) to the intersection with Hebron Avenue. Take a right at that stop light and go about 6 miles or so on Hebron Avenue. Black Ledge Falls will be on your left (if you see the Hebron Town Line sign, you have...