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Commonfields

Commonfields trail passes through agricultural fields, a pond, and a shrub swamp with a blind for watching wildlife. 
Trail Activity
Hiking Walking Cross-country skiing
Length
0.3 miles, One Way
Difficulty
Easy
Town
Mansfield
Surface
Packed Earth/Dirt, Grass
Pets
Permitted on leash
Fees
No

Description

The trails at Commonfields lead through agricultural fields (now leased to a local farmer) that were associated with Mansfield's early settler's Commonfield. An entrance for the Joshua's Trust Pond Lot trail, which connects to trails in Echo Woods is a short walk down Cemetery Road. Also within walking distance of the site are historic Mansfield Center and Mansfield Hollow State Park.

In 2009, an Eagle Scout built a wildlife-viewing blind so visitors could observe the many species of birds and other wildlife in the wetland. Species include redwing black birds, common grackles, yellow warblers, muskrats, fox, and painted turtles.

Sidewalks along Route 195 provide a walkable and connected streetscape to explore Mansfield Center and a designated historic district. The Windham Region Transit District system provides public transportation to this area (bus stop is located at the intersection of Route 195 and Route 89). 

Other Information

Rules

  • Please stay on the marked trail as the Town-owned land is surrounded by privately owned property. A 50-foot right of way has been generously allowed as a Town trail along the edge of the wetland.
  • Enjoy the park from dawn to dusk.
  • Mountain biking and swimming are not permitted.
  • Keep pets on a leash and clean up after them.
  • Respect private property rights.
  • Stay on the trails. Pack out what you pack in.
  • Consumption of alcohol is prohibited.
  • Do not light fires.
  • Hunting is prohibited.
  • Riding horses is prohibited.
  • Motorized vehicles are prohibited.
  • Removal of any plants is prohibited.

For more information, see Mansfield’s Parks Rules and Regulations.

Trail Manager

Town of Mansfield
Town of Mansfield
4 South Eagleville Road
Storrs, CT
860-429-3335
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Trail access from Bassetts Bridge Road.

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