The 235 acres of tidal wetlands that form the heart of the Guilford Salt Meadows Sanctuary are a remnant of the great salt and brackish water marshes that once extended nearly continuously along the Atlantic coast from Maine to Georgia.

This Sanctuary was established in 1964 when Anne Conover, a pioneering conservationist, donated a portion of these tidal wetlands to the National Audubon Society and persuaded several of her like-minded neighbors to do the same.

The one-mile walking trail is an enjoyable activity with the family. Trail guides are available at the trail kiosk. This Sanctuary is one of Guilford's finest bird watching locations.

Audubon Connecticut is grateful to all the individuals and organizations that have made this nature education trail possible through gifts of their time and expertise or by providing.