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Aldridge Park

Woodland trails with many outcroppings of ledge, boulder fields, glacial erratics and stone walls as well as the Orange Trail, which is an easy, short walk alongside a stream and wetlands.
Trail Activity
Hiking
Length
2.30 miles, Network
Difficulty
Moderate
Town
Ridgefield
Surface
Packed Earth/Dirt
Pets
Permitted on leash
Fees
No

Description

From the parking area next to the kiosk, the Blue/Orange Trail leads into the park. Soon, a Yellow Trail enters on the left that creates a loop along the top of the ridge. Follow the Blue/Orange Trail as it descends along a brook. In the spring, there are many wildflowers. The Orange Trail leads up to the Yellow Loop Trail while the Blue Trail continues to descend along the brook. The Blue Trail eventually becomes part of the Yellow Trail that leads out to Stonehedge Road.

NOTE: To create a loop from the Blue Trail back to the Yellow Trail, you will need to climb a short, but steep hill up to the ridge and the Yellow Trail.

Other Information

When visiting the Town of Ridgefield opens spaces, please consider this following information: 

  • Parking areas in open spaces can be small - the Aldridge Park the parking allows 5-6 cars. If the parking area is full, please visit a nearby trail system that is less busy.
  • Please follow the open space rules and guidelines when using our open spaces. 
  • Be aware of wildlife as you may you come across coyotes or bears. See the guidelines for Coyotes and for Bears.

Trail Manager

For more information, visit the Ridgefield Conservation Commission website or contact:

Ridgefield Conservation Commission
Ridgefield Conservation Commission
66 Prospect Street
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 431-2713
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Trail Tips

Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
Stick to established trails and campsites. If there's no trail, try to walk on rock, gravel, or snow and spread out so that your group doesn't create a trail.
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Trailhead Information

From Rt. 7, turn onto New Road at the traffic light. Proceed to the top of the hill near the junction with Farmingville Road. Parking and trailhead are on the right side of the road at the entrance to the park. 

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