Rock in the Hammonasset River – Guilford Historic Town Center loop from Branford

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South Central Connecticut Planning Region

Branford Center

Rock in the Hammonasset River – Guilford Historic Town Center loop from Branford

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Rock in the Hammonasset River – Guilford Historic Town Center loop from Branford

03:50

94.3km

410m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 9.12 km for 185 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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9.22 km

Hoadley Creek Preserve

Highlight • Forest

The Hoadley Creek Preserve features about 3.2 miles of hiking trails, that can be easily extended by adding more trails of the nearby Stony Creek Quarry. Your hike takes you …

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26.9 km

If you bike down Cottage Road, you can access the Hammonasset River at the Town of Madison Canoe/Kayak Launch. This is a popular spot for just soaking in views of the river under the West Main Street Bridge.

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40.6 km

Bushnell-Dickinson House

Highlight • Historical Site

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978, this house was first constructed in 1790. It was once on the main east–west road through Old Saybrook, offering some pretty historic views.

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42.8 km

View of Back River from Great Hammock Road

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Great Hammock Road is one of many beautiful waterside roads in the area. It passes over Back River with views west towards Oyster Point and Indian Town Harbour and east towards Dunks Island.

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44.1 km

Plum Bank Beach

Highlight • Beach

This is the town beach for Old Saybrook. It's open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk, with lifeguards available from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. When the lifeguards are present you …

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46.2 km

Knollwood Beach

Highlight • Beach

You'll often see people fishing at Knollwood Beach as it has the reputation of being an excellent spot for a successful catch.

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49.6 km

Original location of Yale College

Highlight • Historical Site

Right across from the Cypress Cemetery, a historic spot in its own right, is the original location of Yale College. There is a large stone with a plaque and an informational sign marking the spot.

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79.6 km

Guilford Historic Town Center

Highlight • Historical Site

Guilford's historic center is built around the town green, which was laid out in 1639. The green is host to a number of events throughout the year as well as …

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