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Short trail to the fire tower.


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662' 202 m

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641' 195 m

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21' 6 m

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This short trail, only accessible from the Red Trail loop at its far end, is a short spur up to a retired fire tower. The tower can be climbed up two steep flights (these are stairs but any steeper would be a ladder - some will want to descend them facing backwards - but sturdy with decent railings) to reveal a view out over the surrounding forest. There are some large flat rocks at the base often used for rest break / snack break.

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Land Manager: Connecticut DEEP

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Jeffrey M Vinocur

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#428

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Southford Falls Fire Tower
Jan 10, 2021 near Oxford, CT

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