Short loop trail through rare pine forest
Pitch Pines Park in North Haven protects a rare stand of pitch pine trees on sandy soil left by glacial deposits 15,000 years ago. The park has a short looped trail through dense pitch pines, which are adapted to thrive in nutrient-poor conditions and can regrow from fire damage.
Free · Outdoor · Quiet-friendly
The loop trail is very short and quick to walk, making it manageable for young kids or those with limited time.
The park is surrounded by an old metal fence and contains felled trees and a small pond; footing can be uneven in places.
This is a tiny park best suited to nature-curious kids interested in learning about an unusual tree species rather than running or playing.