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The 700-acre sustainably-managed habitat at Bent of the River is home to hundreds of wildlife species, including early successional birds of conservation concern such as Blue-winged Warblers, American Woodcock, Black-billed Cuckoo, Eastern Kingbird, Gray Catbird, Prairie Warbler, Eastern Towhee, Field Sparrow, Indigo Bunting, and Orchard Oriole. There are so many things awaiting for you to discover!

Hiking

Bent of the River Ô¼ÅÚÊÓƵ Center has approximately 15 miles of hiking trails that pass through meadows and woods and are open from sunrise to sunset. Some of these trails traverse over countryside that feels very remote and wild even though we are located less than 2 miles north of Interstate 84 in Southbury, Connecticut.

Suggested Trail Use Donation: $5

Trail Closures

No closures at this time. 

Trail Rules

The center is for the protection, study, and enjoyment of nature:

• Please leave pets and bikes at home
• No hunting, fishing, or collecting of any plants or materials
• No river access except with an educational tour
• Please stay on the trails (do not wander into the meadows or forest)
• Take only pictures and leave only footprints
• Please respect our neighbors’ privacy and stay on center grounds
• The house on the property is a private residence (please respect the property boundaries)