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Guided hike · 3 stops · 40 min walk

Cormier Settlement Story

A short sequence through Cormier Woods that ties early homestead remains, enduring stonework, and woodland retreat history into one walk.

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  1. 1

    Jonathan White Homestead Ruins

    Fieldstone foundations mark one of Cormier Woods' earliest farmstead footprints.

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    Jonathan White Homestead Ruins

    These ruins reflect the agricultural history of the Cormier Woods parcel, showcasing classic New England fieldstone cellar hole construction.

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    Cormier Rock Ledges

    Exposed ledges place the settlement story in a much older glacial landscape.

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    Rock Ledges

    These steep, exposed ledges in Cormier Woods offer scenic interest and a look at the underlying bedrock geology of the region.

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    Historic Cabin

    The cabin reflects the modern chapter of recreation and stewardship in these woods.

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    Historic Cabin

    This cabin is a notable landmark on the Trustees' Cormier Woods property, providing a glimpse into mid-century woodland retreats.