Our Mission
The Old Lyme Land Trust is a non-profit organization dedicated to conserving Old Lyme’s natural, scenic and historic land and water resources for the benefit of the public now and for generations to come. The Trust accomplishes its purpose by acquiring land through donation and purchase, managing the land and by providing education to the public.
Undeveloped land makes Old Lyme unique and beautiful, and it enriches the lives of Old Lyme’s residents. It is a priceless gift to pass on to future generations. Our lands are stewarded by a dedicated group of volunteers who maintain the trails, and a board of trustees that oversees the day to day operations of the trust. We welcome you to visit any of our 14 preserves and use them in accordance with the posted rules.
Let's Go Hiking!
We are pleased that so many people are taking to the Old Lyme Land Trust trails these days! If you are one of them, please consider joining OLLT as a member and supporting trail upkeep with your donation. Volunteers are also needed to perform trail work. Thank you! .
Learn how to join & volunteer here.
Visit one of our many preserves –
we have over 800 acres to explore.
News & Events
RTP Estuary Center in coordination with OLLT offer winter
OWL PROWLS!
Join us as we search for these
incredible birds and learn about
what makes them such perfect
nighttime fliers. Bring a headlamp
or flashlight (preferably one with
a red light setting) and binoculars, and bundle up! Appropriate for ages 10 and up. *Limit of 10 participants per program* Masks required and social distancing guidelines will be followed.
Griswold Preserve 1/25, 2/3, 2/11, 2/17
Lay Allen Preserve 1/20, 1/23, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15
All hikes at 5:30 - 7:30 weather permitting.
To Register: Link to RTPEC here >
Enter the
eye-SPY
Photo Hunt
The woods are full of amazing things, if you keep an eye out for them! Find out More >
Enjoy Photos of the OLLT Preserves
The Old Lyme Land Trust is grateful for the many talented photographers who donate their time to capture images of our preserves – from intimate details to views from above.
View photos and videos here >
Tributaries – Our Newsletter
Once a year the Trust publishes a newsletter full of information about our properties and activities and the natural world.
View our current and past issues here.
Learn about our past news and events here
If you share our vision of protecting Old Lyme’s natural resources for people and nature forever, please join us!
