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Farmington River Bridge – East Coast Greenway loop from Town Open Space (Sanford Drive)

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United States

Connecticut

Capitol Planning Region

Farmington River Bridge – East Coast Greenway loop from Town Open Space (Sanford Drive)

Moderate

4.8

(2291)

17,211

riders

Farmington River Bridge – East Coast Greenway loop from Town Open Space (Sanford Drive)

03:20

56.6km

290m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 17, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 17.8 km for 105 m

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Start point

Parking

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6.10 km

Farmington River Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This is one of several pedestrian only bridges on the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail.

From the bridge, there are great views of the Farmington River. As there is no traffic …

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11.1 km

Beautiful winding road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

A gravel road that winds through the forest, providing a peaceful and quiet backdrop for a cycle away from the busy roads of town.

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13.7 km

Little park in Avon by the famous East Coast Greenway. It has several benches by the trees' shadow, green areas, paved ways and a shrine in the southeast corner. Perfect to refuel the tank with some prepared snacks.

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19.5 km

East Coast Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This greenway is a joy to cycle on as you are immersed in the trees along a good quality path. The colours are truly spectacular in Autumn when the trees leaves turn to amber, crimson and golden hues.

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23.6 km

Pinchot Sycamore

Highlight • Natural Monument

Named after Gifford Pinchot (1865-1946) it's the largest tree in Connecticut by circumference. Its age is unknown, however it is estimated that the tree is at least 200 years old and possibly even over 300.

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30.5 km

Farmington Canal Heritage Trail – Simsbury

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Farmington Canal Heritage Trail is over 80 miles in each direction and follows the path of an old railroad line. It's a great spot for biking and is suitable …

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53.3 km

Town Open Space (Roma Drive) 2 Parcels

Nature Reserve

56.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

47.5 km

4.12 km

3.86 km

483 m

466 m

135 m

Surfaces

35.2 km

20.7 km

662 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Tuesday 12 May

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Farmington River Bridge – East Coast Greenway loop from Town Open Space (Sanford Drive)

Farmington River Bridge

Beautiful winding road

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