Celebrating the Winter Solstice at Lyme Pinnacle

About two dozen hardy souls joined UVLT staff for our annual Solstice hike up Lyme Pinnacle on December 21, 2025. 

With our hearts as full of joy as the parking lot was full of cars, we set off to catch the final rays of the sun on the shortest day of the year. Along the way, the forests and fields echoed with the group’s conversations. Chickadees called out from close by, making sure that the rest of the woodland creatures were aware of our presence. Although we did not light our customary Solstice fire in the chimney at the top of the Pinnacle (there was too much wind and too little snow for a safe fire), hot cocoa, peppermint tea, and warm conversations with friends kept us toasty. 

We hope you’ll enjoy the photos from the event below, provided by UVLT staffers Jason Berard, Holly Henderson, Micah Tilles, and UVLT supporter Alex Hartov. 

If you’re looking to kick off the new year with a hike, ski, or snowshoe, we’ve got you covered! Check out UVLT’s wide array of public trails and conservation areas. There’s sure to be one near you!