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The best running trails in Connecticut

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Running in Connecticut is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Connecticut—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 8, 2025

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1. Hartford Reservoir loop via Red Trail — Hartford, Connecticut

6.12km

00:38

50m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Old Mine Park loop via Pequonnock Valley Greenway — Trumbull, Connecticut

12.9km

01:22

120m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Bridgeport Seaside Beach Path — Seaside Park

5.61km

00:35

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Hammonasset Point via Hammonasset Beach loop — Hammonasset Beach State Park

8.29km

00:56

10m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Limewood Avenue & Hotchkiss Cove Beach loop — Branford

9.72km

01:00

40m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Farmington Canal Heritage Trail — Farmington, Connecticut

17.7km

01:50

60m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Windsor Locks Canal State Park Trail — Hartford County

14.7km

01:30

30m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Riverfront Trail and Glastonbury loop

6.62km

00:43

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. New Haven loop via Long Wharf

8.65km

00:54

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Tower Trail run — Sleeping Giant Tower

5.14km

00:42

160m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in Connecticut

1. Hartford Reservoir loop via Red Trail — Hartford, Connecticut

2. Old Mine Park loop via Pequonnock Valley Greenway — Trumbull, Connecticut

3. Bridgeport Seaside Beach Path — Seaside Park

4. Hammonasset Point via Hammonasset Beach loop — Hammonasset Beach State Park

5. Limewood Avenue & Hotchkiss Cove Beach loop — Branford

6. Farmington Canal Heritage Trail — Farmington, Connecticut

7. Windsor Locks Canal State Park Trail — Hartford County

8. Riverfront Trail and Glastonbury loop

9. New Haven loop via Long Wharf

10. Tower Trail run — Sleeping Giant Tower

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