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Best bike paths here I've ever seen

The Air Line State Park Trail in Connecticut is a rail trail and linear state park that is a part of the East Coast Greenway. There are several sections including: South (25 miles from East Hampton to Windham), North (21 miles from Windham to Putnam), Thompson addition (6.6 miles from Thompson to the Massachusetts state line), and an additional 3.6-mile spur to Colchester. Recognized as a national recreation trail by the U.S. Department of the Interior in 2002, it offers scenic routes for hiking and biking. This southern section of the trail near East Hampton is a gravel crushed trail that is great to ride on its own, or to access singeltrack in the nearby Salmon River Forest.

This park runs alongside the Willimantic River, providing scenic views of the water. On the opposite side, there are train tracks where you can occasionally observe interesting carts passing by.

All told, this multi-use trail runs for 2.5 miles through central Manchester. It's built on an old railroad bed and presents a lovely opportunity to walk, run, or bike your way through town and includes side stops at a couple of notable green spaces.

Andover is a charming rural town nestled in Connecticut, offering a tranquil escape for exploration. With its picturesque countryside and inviting atmosphere, it's the perfect place to hop off your bike and immerse yourself in the scenic beauty of rural New England.

One of several trailheads for the Cheney Rail Trail. The path is built on an old railroad bed and runs for 2.5 miles through central Manchester. The surface is a mix of pavement and hard packed gravel, so if you have wider tires on your road bike and are looking for a bit more adventure, this is a good path to try.

This is one of several bridges that are part of the Farmington River Trail. From this bridge, there are great views of the Farmington River.

From here you can take the Colchester Spur Trail. The area surrounding the trail played a small but fascinating role in the American Revolution. Look for markers mentioning skirmish sites and troop movements.