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United States
Connecticut
Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region

Old Mystic – Mystic River Waterfront loop from Gladys Foster Preserve

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Road cycling routes
United States
Connecticut
Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region

Old Mystic – Mystic River Waterfront loop from Gladys Foster Preserve

Moderate

4.9

(3438)

19,657

riders

Old Mystic – Mystic River Waterfront loop from Gladys Foster Preserve

02:33

52.4km

430m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. 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: April 9, 2026

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

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After 37.4 km for 67 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

1.35 km

Cossaduck Hill

Highlight • Climb

This is a nice climb along the western edge of the Gladys Foster Preserve, where you can take in some really nice forest scenery from the road.

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10.6 km

Deer Run Sanctuary

Nature Reserve

27.2 km

Samuel Lamb and Forsberg Preserve

Nature Reserve

4

32.7 km

Old Mystic

Highlight • Settlement

Old Mystic is a small town just north of the Mystic River. There is a small, quaint town center with shopping boutiques, cafes, and restaurants. This is a great place …

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5

33.7 km

Downes Marsh

Highlight • River

This 3.4-mile-long river was once home to three large shipbuilding firms during the 19th century and now hosts the Mystic Seaport maritime museum. The views along the ride are stunning, creating a serene and picturesque experience.

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6

34.9 km

Mystic River Waterfront

Highlight • River

This 3.4-mile-long river was once home to three large shipbuilding firms during the 19th century and now hosts the Mystic Seaport maritime museum. The views along the ride are stunning, creating a serene and picturesque experience.

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7

35.4 km

Hoxie Scenic Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Hoxie Scenic Overlook grants nice views over the Mystic River right off I-95. This is a nice place to pull off along your ride to grab a sip of water and enjoy the views out of traffic.

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8

35.5 km

River Road Along the Mystic River

Highlight (Segment) • River

Winding along the Mystic River, this relatively flat road provides picturesque views throughout your ride. Along the way, you'll have the chance to pass through Bindloss Sanctuary and Peace Nature …

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9

37.4 km

Mystic River Bascule Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

For cyclists crossing the Mystic River Bascule Bridge, the view is nothing short of captivating. From this vantage point, you're treated to a picturesque scene of the serene Mystic River …

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10

52.4 km

Gladys Foster Preserve

Highlight • Forest

The Gladys Foster Preserve is a Nature Conservancy and Nature Preserve in the town of North Stonington. There are some trails on the property, and it's important not to stray …

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B

52.4 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.0 km

23.6 km

1.91 km

Surfaces

26.5 km

26.0 km

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92 %

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