A look at nine easy hikes around Connecticut for families to enjoy, including at Gillette Castle and along the banks of the ...

Tours start at $45. Perched atop a hill overlooking the Connecticut River, Gillette Castle was built from 1914 to 1919 by renowned actor and playwright William Gillette. Best known for his stage ...

The original engine, along with photos of Gillette and his railroad ... from the Chester side and hike up to the castle for added adventure. Connecticut doesn’t have too many ancient farms ...