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Pinchot Sycamore – Farmington River Bridge loop from Town Open Space (Pequabuck Lane)

Capitol Planning Region

Pinchot Sycamore – Farmington River Bridge loop from Town Open Space (Pequabuck Lane)

Moderate

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(9871)

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Pinchot Sycamore – Farmington River Bridge loop from Town Open Space (Pequabuck Lane)

04:17

98.6km

360m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 3, 2026

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Parking

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20.6 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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29.2 km

Gnome

Highlight • Structure

50.0 km

Southwick Rail Trail

Nature Reserve

60.2 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 and rail line. The paved, mostly level trail is easy for biking and walking, with partial shade except during midday. Stretching 56 miles, the trail, along with the Farmington River Trail, forms one of New England’s most picturesque and historic greenways. Running through 11 Connecticut towns, the trail has been designated a Community Millennium Trail for its importance here to local communities.

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66.3 km

Farmington Canal Heritage Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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 Heritage Trail.

The trail is completely paved and mostly on off road paths. There are some points where the trail briefly joins up with quiet roads.

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66.7 km

Granbrook Park

Nature Reserve

92.8 km

Farmington River Railroad Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

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, the bridge has stood strong for over 150 years, still carrying rail traffic today. Its unique design helped it resist ice and accommodate river navigation—earning it a place on the National Register of Historic Places.

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92.9 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 on this bridge, you can stop, take your time and enjoy the view.

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98.6 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

89.8 km

3.98 km

3.69 km

1.09 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

65.5 km

31.7 km

1.24 km

230 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 15 July

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Pinchot Sycamore – Farmington River Bridge loop from Town Open Space (Pequabuck Lane)

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Farmington Canal Heritage Trail

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Farmington River Railroad Bridge

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