Pride Pathfinders Hike – George Waldo State Park Loop (2.7 Miles)

Hello from Jackie! Join us on Sunday, December 27th, at 10:00 AM for our final hiking adventure of 2026! We will be exploring the George Waldo State Park Loop, a beautiful 2.7-mile trail in Southbury, Connecticut. This scenic loop offers beautiful views of Lake Lillinonah, peaceful wooded surroundings, and fun, winding paths through the forest. The trails are generally well-maintained, with some gentle slopes, uneven terrain, and occasional fallen trees to navigate. It's a wonderful opportunity to enjoy nature, get some exercise, and connect with some fabulous folx! While this is a relatively short hike, there may be some hills, roots, rocks, and other natural obstacles along the way. We recommend using AllTrails for navigation, as some trail intersections may be a little confusing. What better way to wrap up 2026 than spending time outdoors, enjoying some fresh air, and making meaningful connections! A Few Important Things About This Hike Our group typically travels at a relaxed pace of approximately one mile per hour, so we anticipate this 2.7-mile loop will take us approximately 3 hours, allowing time for breaks, photographs, and enjoying the scenery. Please plan accordingly. While we always set our pace based on our slowest hiker (which will probably be me!), please make sure you are physically prepared to hike on uneven wooded terrain and navigate some hills and obstacles. Remember, this isn't a race! Our goal is to get outdoors, enjoy some forest bathing, build our confidence, increase our fitness, and make new connections. And, of course, my dog Lucy may have an entirely different plan. She firmly believes she should always be leading the pack! Meeting Location and Parking George Waldo State Park Purchase Brook Road Southbury, CT 06488 We will meet at the park entrance parking area on Purchase Brook Road. [Google Maps – George Waldo State…