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Long Hill Estate
Location Information
Sponsored by:
City of Middletown: Department of Planning, Conservation, and Development
Location Entrance:
Wadsworth Street
Middletown, CT 06457
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Type: An entire preserve
Alternate trailhead or entry point:
Difficulty: Moderate (Gently rising terrain with the likeliness to encounter occasional obstacles)
Primary Walking Surface:
Earth
Hours open:
Dawn to dusk
Suitable for ages: • Children • Teenagers • Adults • Seniors
Number of walking trails: 2
Total walking route length: 2 miles
Admission fees:
Free
Location Details
A Beaux Arts Mansion built in 1908 by Colonel and Mrs. Clarence Wadsworth is at the heart of this 103-acre property, which was purchased using City Open Space funds. A 1.5-mile perimeter trail outlines the estate, while another 0.5-mile loop trail is found in the interior. Self-guided tour pamphlets are available for both trails at the kiosks. In different seasons, the property hosts many animals such as wild turkeys, deer, fox, songbirds, and salamanders. There are a number of specimen trees, some of which have been labeled. In daffodil season (generally in April), there is an extensive display along the entrance road.
Location Features
| Landscape settings: | • Rural • Urban • Woodland • Gentle hill • Historical site • Cultivated gardens, |
| Amenities: | • Interpretative/educational signage • Restroom • Drinking water • ADA access • Picnic |
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| Access restrictions: | None |
How to get there
| Driving Directions: |
Take Route 66 to West Street and go south until it intersects with Wadsworth Street. Turn right (west) onto Wadsworth Street and go 0.3 miles. From this direction, the entrance will be on the left (south).
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| Parking: |
Parking lots are available to the west and rear of Wadsworth Mansion, which are reached by following the entrance drive.
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Other Items of Interest
| Flora and fauna: | Many large trees and seasonal gardens. |
| Affiliate Groups: | Long Hill Estate Authority and Wadsworth Mansion |