ハートフォード郡のおすすめMTBライド

There are 2 ways to tackle the MTB trails at Crescent. You can do the lower trails, by heading up the hill from the parking lot. There's about 6.5 miles of trails on the lower section that criss-cross, but can be done with little replication. Then there is upper Crescent. You leave the parking via the road and get on the trail next to the goat farm. From there, you take 3 lefts as you climb to the top of Sunset rock. There are another 6-10 miles of trails at the top, which can then be combined with the lower trails to make a mega loop. Plan on spending over 90 minutes doing the upper section, compared to about 60 minutes doing the lower section. The upper section can be very technical in spots. Don't follow the blue trail as it's for hiking only and is not navigable by bike (unless you really want to hike a bike). MTB trails have a red paint or pink tape marker and can be very tough to follow in the fall.

This town-owned, 25-acre, Open Space is visible along the side of the road here. It adds some great forest cover to this section of the ride, and some nice views of colorful leaves in the fall.

Crescent Lake is a popular lake in the park with the same name. You get great views of the water as you ride along Shuttle Meadow Road. The lake is also a popular spot to kayak and fish.

In this area, you'll find a perfect spot for relaxation amidst nature. The area by the lake is specially beautiful and there are many trails for you to explore the park, especially in the southern part of the lake.

At this location, you can come across a wide variety of wildlife, including swans and turtles. You have the opportunity to kayak, fish, or simply dip your feet in and enjoy this lake. Dogs, especially, adore this place.

If you are combining bike touring with hiking, Tariffville Gorge is a wonderful stopping point to stretch your legs. You can hike up to the viewing point for spectacular views over the Farmington River. It's often fairly quiet here, so it's especially good if you are looking for some peace and solitude.

This is a beautiful reservoir, absolutely pristine. The tranquil water simply showcases a mirror image of the sky above and the deep green trees lining the banks add a nice ambience to the overall view.

There's a nice loop trail around this reservoir, and it's also popular for snowshoeing during the winter. Heads up, though, there are some unbridged stream crossings and some of the trail markings are a little iffy.