Entrance to Giuffrida Park and Chauncey Peak — Attraction in Meriden

Beautiful trails, most that loop, around a gorgeous lake. The main loop is wide, lots of shade, well marked, and well maintained. There were people fishing, others walking their dogs, families, as well as seasoned hikers. We did decide to follow the trail around the other side of the lake and that was a bit rough. Very rocky, narrow and a bit questionable in a couple of parts. Our 8yr old made it though as did I and I was carrying the toddler on my back so it's not horrible. We did see snakes in that area, probably because it's not a well traveled path, so be cautious if you adventure...

Former International silver property for water. It's part of the local park system, backed up to Berlin, and middlefield. 1.3 mile footpath around Crescent Lake, also Blue and White blazed trails takes you to Mt Higby, Lamentation Mountain. Off road clubs can get permission to utilize trails, contact Meriden park and rec. Must...

Great park for all ages. There is a long and mostly flat woods enclosed area and a more difficult hiking trail. The water adds a nice touch with a small waterfall down the rock wall at the entrance. Definitely a great place to spend a few hours playing in the field, hiking,...