Southbury is marking Connecticut Trails Day with a walk through Revolutionary War history.
The Southbury Land Trust, in cooperation with the Southbury America 250th Commission, is organizing a commemorative traverse of Southbury on Saturday, June 6, retracing the route that French General Comte de Rochambeau and his 5,000 troops marched during the American Revolution nearly 250 years ago.
The event falls on Connecticut Trails Day weekend. The rain date is Sunday, June 7.
The walk begins near the Woodbury town line and follows the historic route across Southbury to the Housatonic River at the Newtown border. The full traverse covers 6 miles, with shorter options available at 1.4 miles and 3.8 miles for those who prefer a lighter trek. Busing back to the parking area will be provided from all three finish points.
Participants will park at Settlers Park, where they will be shuttled to the starting location. Start time is 10 a.m.
Land Trust President Joe Ruggiero will lead the hike, with Southbury Town Historian John Dwyer presenting eight short history talks at stops along the way. The Southbury Historical Society will serve apple cider at Memorial Park, where a new historical plaque will be dedicated. Water and facilities will be available along the way.
Registration is required by June 1 and space is limited. Sign up at ctwoodlands.org. For more information visit southburylandtrust.org or email president@southburylandtrust.org with questions.
With over 200 events across the state, CT Trails Day is the largest National Trails Day celebration in the country. For more information about the statewide event, visit https://ctvisit.com/events/ct-trails-day-2026
The Southbury Record 