Winding Trails
Farmington, Connecticut
| Address: | ~50 Winding Trails, Farmington, CT 06032, USA |
| GPS: |
41°44'55.9"N 72°50'46.1"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Connecticut |
| Trail Length: | 5.00 miles |
| MTB Difficulty: | Beginner |
| Trail Type: | Loop |
| MTB Trail Type: | Singletrack |
Mountain Bike
Major trail complex with lots to do. Trail maps are available at stations and you will need to pay a $5 fee for parking. The trail is about 5 miles long with little technical challenge but a great place for a fast workout. In April of each year it is home to the Fat tire Classic race, more info can be found at route 66 race series website. Courtesy of Singletracks.com
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Add ResourceNever modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Farmington, Connecticut
- Head southwest on CT-4 W toward Discovery Dr (1.1 mi)
- Turn right onto CT-4 W/State Hwy 508Continue to follow CT-4 W(2.1 mi)
- Turn right onto Devonwood Dr (0.2 mi)
- Turn left onto Winding Trails (0.7 mi)
- Slight right to stay on Winding Trails (407 ft)
- Turn right (30 ft)
- Turn right (315 ft)
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