Wadsworth Falls – Guilford Historic Town Center loop from Highland Pond Preserve

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United States

Connecticut

Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region

Middletown

Wadsworth Falls – Guilford Historic Town Center loop from Highland Pond Preserve

Moderate

4.6

(3120)

15,763

riders

Wadsworth Falls – Guilford Historic Town Center loop from Highland Pond Preserve

03:32

78.4km

630m

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 20, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 7.39 km for 59 m

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Parking

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7.42 km

Wadsworth Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

This waterfall is considered one of the best in the entire state. It offers a perfect place to cool off and enjoy the sights and sounds. It is best to …

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21.0 km

Meyerhuber Pond sits right underneath the cliffs of Bluff Head, making it part of their spectacular view. The pond is named after the farmer who reportedly used a team of oxen to excavate what would become the pond.

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36.2 km

East River Preserve

Highlight • Forest

The East River Preserve is made up of the riparian forest on the banks of the East River. The dense woodlands are a haven for wildlife of all sorts, making it a great place to escape to.

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40.0 km

Guilford Historic Town Center

Highlight • Historical Site

Guilford's historic center is built around the town green, which was laid out in 1639. The green is host to a number of events throughout the year as well as …

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42.4 km

West River Kayaking Route

Highlight • River

The West River is a 13.5-mile-long freshwater stream that flows into the New Haven Harbor. This area features dense woodlands with occasional glimpses of the river, providing a tranquil ride accompanied by the soothing sights and sounds of the water.

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53.4 km

Quonnipaug Lake

Highlight • Lake

Quonnipaug Lake is a 99-acre reservoir just off the side of Durham Road. There is a beach area with picnic tables and restrooms here, which makes this a pretty good rest stop if you are biking by.

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