Hayes Woods

Location – GCT 14

West Groton with parking available on Maple Avenue.

Hours

Trails open dawn to dusk.

History

Joseph and Elsa Hayes made a gift of this 46-acre parcel to the Groton Conservation Trust in 1994.  We are all indebted to them for sharing this beautiful place with us.

Description

The Hayes Woods parcel has an extensive trail network that connects to other open land. It includes glacial terrain including kettles, wetlands, and nature trail. There are several points at which views are available. The property serves as a sanctuary for plants and animals and contains a variety of important habitats. Maintenance of these habitats and refuges is a critical goal.

Guidelines

A full range of non-motorized activities are allowed including: Horse-back riding; Mountain biking; Hiking; Trail running; Snowshoeing; Nordic skiing; Nature study; and Photography.

Interactive Trail Map

Hayes Woods

Station 1: Welcome!

Station 2: Natives and Invasives

Station 3: Wetlands and Chestnut Trees

Station 4: Glacial Geology

Station 5: Pink Lady’s Slipper and Sarsaparilla

Station 6: Birch Trees

Station 7: Dead Wood

Station 8: Hemlock

Station 9: Pines

Station 10: Oaks

Station 11: Beavers

Station 12: Light Gaps

Station 13: Wildlife Corridors

Station 14: Wolf Trees

Station 15: Clubmosses

Station 16: Mountain Laurel

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