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Elizabeth Couch Preserve

Elizabeth Couch Preserve is an easy trail that offers views of a Hemlock Grove at the top of the loop and runs parallel to a seasonal stream.
Trail Activity
Hiking
Length
0.6 miles, Loop
Difficulty
Easy
Town
Coventry
Surface
Packed Earth/Dirt
Pets
Permitted on leash
Fees
No

Description

The Couch Preserve is a 17.7-acre parcel left to Joshua’s Trust in 1996 as a bequest of Elizabeth Couch. It provides oak and hickory forest habitat. The loop trail slopes gently from the road to a hemlock grove at the northeast boundary.

The Town of Coventry has acquired two adjacent properties, the Williams Parcel and the Rose Parcel. Together, these properties protect the significant watershed.

Other Information

Rules

  • Park in designated areas only.
  • Stay on marked trails.
  • Respect other users.
  • Carry out what you carry in.
  • Do not cut or collect living plants.
  • Help protect all natural and cultural resources.
  • Keep your pet leashed.
  • No fires allowed.

Trail Manager

Joshua's Trust preserves natural habitats and heritage sites in northeastern Connecticut. To learn more contact:

Joshua's Trust
Joshua's Trust
624 Wormwood Hill Road
Mansfield Center, CT 06250
860-701-8035
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Trailhead Information

From the junction of Route 31 and Route 275 in South Coventry

Go north on Main Street (Route 31) 0.3 miles to Root Road. Turn right on Root Road and go one mile to a sharp left turn in the road. The road now becomes Cooper Lane.

Go 800 feet and park on the right shoulder by the Joshua’s Trust sign.

Click on a parking icon to get custom directions
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