The Edward R. Laby Preserve is an unfragmented forest and is a beautiful and peaceful place in the eastern Killingly highlands adjacent to the Kentuck Ledges.
This preserve is part of a large forest interior extending east into Rhode Island and south into the state forest. Located remote corner of Killingly, this preserve is home to Hermit Thrushes and Black-throated Green Warblers.
In 2017, the Wyndham Land Trust received a donation of 81 acres of forested land in East Killingly from Anna May Scanlon of Smithfield, RI. The property was named in honor of her late son, Edward R. Laby. The land has been in Anna May’s family since her father acquired it in the 1950s from Turnquist Lumber in Foster.
The Wyndham Land Trust aims to conserve nature in Windham County.
From Hartford Pike (Route 101), drive north on Pond Road following the markers for the RI North South Trail, and continue until the parking area just North of Killingly Pond.
The walk from the Pond Road parking area to the preserve entrance is approximately one mile.
Another parking area is located further north. Continue on Pond Road and turn right onto Quinns Hill Road, stopping at the gate with the Wyndham Land Trust logo. It is advised to use a 4x4 vehicle to access the parking location on Quinns Hill Road.
To find the preserve, cross Quinns Hill Road and continue north on the Kentuck Trail.
Respect the rights of local landowners and do not cross into private property.
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