Event

Poquetanuck Cove, Ledyard

Friday, July 4, 2008
10:00am in the water

Rating

Novice Paddle - Recreational Boats Welcome

Description

We’ll explore this 2 mile long cove extending northeast from the Thames River at a leisurely pace. It’s very unlikely we’ll see any powerboats at all. In ecological terms, this is an extremely valuable and productive area with a mixture of fresh and salt water. Osprey are common.

For more information contact Jean Trapani, 203-606-9459
or email at Jean Trapani

Directions

From the East
Take I-95 South. Take the Route 12 North exit which is exit 86 Gales Ferry/ US Sub Base and continue 0.37 miles. Turn right onto Route 12/ US-1. Follow Route 12 for 7.91 miles. Turn left into park after intersection with Route 214.
 
From the West
Take I-95 North to I-395 North. Take the Route 2A East exit 79A to Preston/ Ledyard and continue 0.24 miles. Take Route 2A East and continue 2.50 miles. Turn right onto Route 12 South/ Military Highway. Turn right into boat launch entrance after crossing Poquetanuck Cove bridge.

Launch Site Information

Parking
Parking lot, no fees, Car-Top Boat access
 
Site Description
There is a 100 foot carry to the put-in point. Poquetanuck is a 2 mile long cove extending northeast from the Thames River. It offers an excellent opportunity to visit a nearly pristine brackish water wetland, the cove being the most extensive wetlands on the Thames River south of Norwich. The shoreline is dominated by an attractive mix of conifers and deciduous trees. Watch for osprey fishing. Parking for only 4 cars. To help you reach Poquetanuck Cove Boat Launch, some routes leading to this site are posted with the brown and white Long Island Sound Access sign .