Centennial Woods Natural Area
An urban woods where you can disappear for two hours
About this park
A 65-acre UVM-owned nature preserve threaded with winding trails, boardwalks, and stream crossings just minutes from downtown Burlington. Reviewers call it a quiet urban oasis where you can easily lose an hour or two under towering maples without crossing paths with many other people. Loops range from a quick 30-minute walk to a multi-hour trek, with a few steep climbs mixed in.
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What visitors say
Synthesized from 158 Google reviewsReviewers praise the beautiful hardwood forest, the mix of boardwalks and stream crossings, and how quiet and uncrowded the trails stay even mid-day. The variety of loop lengths means you can tailor the outing to your dog's energy level.
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Before you go
Trails branch frequently with few signs, so pay attention to junctions if you're not using a map. Check thoroughly for ticks after warm-weather visits.
