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Steep Rock Tunnel – Scenic route - Walker Brook Road loop from New Preston

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Bike touring routes & trails
United States
Connecticut
Northwest Hills Planning Region
New Preston

Steep Rock Tunnel – Scenic route - Walker Brook Road loop from New Preston

Hard

4.8

(9771)

12,863

riders

Steep Rock Tunnel – Scenic route - Walker Brook Road loop from New Preston

02:41

34.7km

510m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very 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: September 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 4.58 km for 70 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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19.2 km

Steep Rock Tunnel

Highlight • Structure

A short 235 foot tunnel that was built as part of the Shepaug Valley Railroad that ran from 1872 to 1948. Make sure you have your lights on going through the tunnel!

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2

24.9 km

This section is gravelly

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34.7 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.7 km

9.11 km

3.45 km

1.35 km

1.09 km

Surfaces

12.8 km

11.9 km

8.83 km

1.04 km

111 m

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

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Tuesday 13 October

19°C

11°C

22 %

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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

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