Leave the roads; take the trails.
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!
Get out and walk! Visit one of our many preserves – we have over 800 acres to explore.
News & Events
Hatchetts Hill
Preserve
SCAVENGER
HUNT
This March we are
offering a fun new
way to explore and
learn at one of our
most easily walkable
preserves. Tons of fun
for all ages!
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 >
Install your Creations Party at Belton Copp Preserve
August 21 - 10 - 2 pm
Attention all young creators!
Engage your creative side and
help the Old Lyme Land Trust deck out the Fairy Circle at the Belton Copp Preserve. Bring your fairy creations made of natural materials. OR Compose something using what nature has provided at the preserve. OR
Make seashell windchimes using a kit from the box at the Old Lyme PGN library (embellishments of your own are encouraged!). Learn More >
7th Annual KAYAK REGATTA
A perennial favorite, the Old Lyme Land Trust Regatta will return on Sunday, September 12 at 10 a.m. The 6 mile route will include time on the Connecticut River (estimated duration: 2 hours). Our guide, Fred Fenton, is an experienced kayaker who has led many of the Trust’s past regattas.
Paddlers of all ages are welcome. Use of a USCG-approved life jacket or vest is required.
Space is limited and pre-registration is necessary. Email olltkayak21@gmail.com with name(s), number of boats, and contact information. More details of the event will be provided upon confirmation.
The event is free. Donations to support the non-profit OLLT’s work are appreciated (go to www.oldlymelandtrust.org).
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!
Summer view of LBT from Lieutenant River
Whale back rock looking west, Fall.
Boulders along the old turnpike
Summer view of LBT from Lieutenant River