Connecticut bike trials

The northern section, from Windham to Putnam, is too rough for bicycles. Round-trip bike riders should start in East Hampton. Over the next 3 miles, you'll cross the Rapallo and Lyman Viaducts. The onward trail soars over streams and the broad Blackledge River before crossing a causeway through Raymond Brook Marsh. An eighth of a mile from a trailhead and large parking area on State Route 85, the 3-mile Colchester Spur Rail-Trail joins the main line.

You'll cross Route 85 and eventually emerge at an undeveloped trailhead anchored by the old Colchester Railroad Station. The trail starts where Main Street Route 12 intersects Route 6. The trail is paved and is suitable for bicycles, wheelchairs, or strollers. The northern section is also a paved trail that is suitable for bicycles, wheelchairs, or strollers.

This pretty trail network overlooks ravines and streams. Trail Activities: Biking walking, cross country skiing. Trail Map. Follow signs to the river trail. Two miles in, the trail follows a quarter-mile road. Cross Route at the crosswalk and head straight on Railroad Avenue. At the road's end, continue straight on the dirt path and cross River Road. The trail parallels the river and Route 4.

The trail follows an old road and passes and old dam. Good for biking , skating, fishing, walking, cross country skiing. This 2-mile biking and walking trail begins at Arch Street and winds its way north along the eastern shore of the Quinebaug River.

The trail runs adjacent to Kennedy Drive for about 2 miles before terminating at Providence Street. The path of the trail runs through woodlands, two parks, an antique shopping district, and near revitalized mills.

The New Haven Trail is not equipped for biking everywhere, so the ride will be very close to a wilderness trip. The railroad trail runs through a narrow corridor along a railroad that has been abandoned for the past dozen years in New England. The railroad between and connected important industrial hubs in the region but fell into disrepair as the region developed. Be aware that to get to the trail you have to ride your bike up a couple of climbs and when you see the recreation complex near Highway 41 in front of you, you will get to the beginning of the trail.

The southern part of the trail is not paved, with large portions of the trail covered in grass and dirt, making it difficult to navigate in the spring and summer. However, during the warmer months, you can enjoy colorful views of nature on the trail as it passes through forests and flower fields.

Since the trail is maintained, there will be a numbered trailhead along the way. You have the option of downloading a map on the Salisbury and Lakeville website. The trail begins in the town of Simsbury and is 2 miles long. Keep in mind that it is not all paved, and there are sections of gravel and crushed stone. The Stratton Brook State Park trail is not very long, but it is great for biking, running, walking, and other athletic activities.

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