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Farmington River Trail – View of the Farmington River loop from Town Open Space (Pequabuck Lane)

Capitol Planning Region

Farmington River Trail – View of the Farmington River loop from Town Open Space (Pequabuck Lane)

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2.5

(26)

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Farmington River Trail – View of the Farmington River loop from Town Open Space (Pequabuck Lane)

05:05

114km

460m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 29, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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8.55 km

Farmington River

Highlight • River

The Farmington River winds through the hills and valleys of northwestern Connecticut, offering a mix of serene landscapes and lively rapids. Known for its clear waters and rich history, the …

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10.1 km

Farmington River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Great tarmac, friendly folks on the trail but in the early AM's mainly empty.

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16.2 km

Farmington River crossing

Highlight • Bridge

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.

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17.0 km

Great view of the Farmington River, the largest tributary in Connecticut.

While there are no benches in this spot, the great view is from the multi-use path, so you can take your time to enjoy the view.

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57.7 km

Southwick Rail Trail

Nature Reserve

61.0 km

Viewpoint

62.6 km

Columbia Greenway Rail Trail

Nature Reserve

74.3 km

Farmington Canal Heritage Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Farmington Canal Heritage Trail offers a scenic and easy ride through Cheshire and Hamden. These routes begin at the Lock 12 parking lot in Cheshire, following the original canal …

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80.4 km

Farmington Canal Heritage Trail

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New Haven and Northampton Canal Greenway is an 84 mile trail from New Haven, CT to Northampton, MA. The path at this point is also known as the Farmington Canal …

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94.0 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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109 km

Farmington River Railroad Bridge

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Built in the mid-19th century, the Farmington River Railroad Bridge in Windsor, Connecticut is a remarkable example of early American engineering. With its seven stone arches and solid sandstone construction, …

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114 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

95.5 km

12.9 km

5.23 km

487 m

144 m

117 m

Surfaces

82.0 km

28.9 km

1.87 km

1.55 km

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Farmington River Trail – View of the Farmington River loop from Town Open Space (Pequabuck Lane)

Farmington River

Farmington River Trail

Farmington River crossing

View of the Farmington River

Farmington Canal Heritage Trail

Farmington Canal Heritage Trail

Pinchot Sycamore

Farmington River Railroad Bridge

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