Matianuck Natural Area Preserve
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Sand dunes from a glacial lake are preserved in this woodland park.

šŸ“œ Natural area preserve featuring ancient sand dunes from Glacial Lake Hitchcock.
šŸ” Located just a half-mile from Hartford, Connecticut. Dominated by pitch pines and plants typically found on beaches.

Why Go

🌊 Explore unique sand dunes formed 15,000 years ago.
🌲 Discover pitch pines, plants common to seashores, and unique woodland and swamp ecosystems.
🚶 Easy access from Hartford to preserved geological oddities.

Why Avoid

āš ļø Trails often overgrown and ground can be swampy in places.
🄾 Prepare for rough terrain.

šŸ…æļø ParkingLocated in a car park at the intersection of Columbia Road and Route 218 in Windsor, Connecticut.

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