Elizabeth Park, the iconic public gardens, is the beginning of the West Hartford Parks Route: a 24-mile hiking route that passes through public parks and woodlands, ending at the only remaining farm in town, Westmoor Park.
Unlike traditional hikes, this route presents opportunities to enjoy amenities. It purposefully goes through every downtown area to showcase coffee shops, restaurants, breweries, heck even museums, shops, and art galleries. These conveniences may fuel your time on the route as well as support local businesses along the way. The old adage, “the journey is more important than the destination,” comes to mind.
Vibrant public spaces enhance our quality of life. Shared locations, like parks and woodlands, bring people together, provide opportunities to recreate and serve as green and blue spaces in an increasingly paved world. Click here to read the entire article.