This 3.4-mile-long river was once home to three large shipbuilding firms during the 19th century and now hosts the Mystic Seaport maritime museum. The views along the ride are stunning, creating a serene and picturesque experience.

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1. Union Baptist Church – Hoxie Scenic Overlook loop from Fort Trumbull

42.8km

01:57

310m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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2. Hoxie Scenic Overlook – Mystic River Waterfront loop from Westerly

47.2km

02:07

260m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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3. Old Mystic – Mystic River Waterfront loop from Mystic

34.0km

01:42

200m

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Location: Old Mystic, Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, United States

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Downes Marsh

1. Union Baptist Church – Hoxie Scenic Overlook loop from Fort Trumbull

2. Hoxie Scenic Overlook – Mystic River Waterfront loop from Westerly

3. Old Mystic – Mystic River Waterfront loop from Mystic

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