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Hike to Diana's Pool

Chaplin, Connecticut

4.0/5
based on 1 reviews

Details

Distance

1.3 miles

Elevation Gain

45 ft

Route Type

Out-and-Back

Description

Added by Anthony D'Ercole

Diana's Pool features several attractions including a 35 foot cliff and 3 small collections of water perfect for fishing and swimming.

The drive to Diana's Pool is worth it in an of itself, taking you through the backroads of Eastern Connecticut. To begin the hike just simply enter the woodland path and follow the trail. In order to go under the bridge just simply take the first left in the path and there will be a stream that flows under the bridge and leads to a deeper pool. Directly adjacent to the bridge is a cliff that is about 30-35 feet high and depending on the depth of the water can be jumped off (highly recommended to check the depth prior to jumping). Back on the original path, if you continue to bear to the left you will get to the main pool which is a perfectly and oddly symmetrical surrounded by large rocks. Part of the pool is bordered by a sandy beach with 2 pre-made fire pits. If this scenery is not enough the trail goes deeper into the forest and trail ways parallel the entire stream and there are pockets of large boulders that can be climbed to cross the water and the landscape is overall very hilly.

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Features

Chillin
Photography
Swimming
Hiking
Dog Friendly
Easy Parking
Family Friendly
Forest
River
Waterfall
Wildflowers
Cliff Jumping
Swimming Hole

Reviews

A cute little place to explore and picnic. You can spend as much or as little time here. Follow the trail farther downstream to find a little more privacy on busy days

Leave No Trace

Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!

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