Bliss Woods
Directions
The trailhead and parking are located on the north side of the South Freeport Road, about 0.5 mile from the “Big Indian” on Route 1. Look for the Bliss Woods sign. There is also a trailhead, but no parking, at the end of Shady Ledge Road.
About the Trail
New England Forestry Foundation owns and manages 85 acres of working forest at Bliss Woods. FCT holds an easement on the property. Trails include a 1-mile loop and a 0.5-mile side loop. The Stonewood Trail to Sayles Field leaves from the northeast corner.
Visit the Chronolog Page:
https://www.chronolog.io/site/NEF101?play=true
Why is there a Chronolog at Bliss Woods?
New England Forestry Foundation (NEFF) completed a timber harvest at Bliss Woods in spring 2025 to support the forest’s long-term health and productivity. In this area, the harvest opened the canopy around selected trees and increased sunlight reaching young pine, spruce, and oak growing below. This Chronolog will capture how the forest responds over time, from the growth of remaining trees to the development of the next generation of forest.
Location Coordinates: 43.819490, -70.132612