Quinnipiac River Gorge Trail
South Central Connecticut Planning Region, CT
Out-and-back trail in South Central Connecticut Planning Region, CT. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 4.9 mi (7.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 66 ft (20 m)
- Est. Time
- 30 min
- High point
- 115 ft (35 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Red Bridge 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from start
- Beach: Dossin Park Beach 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Quinnipiac River Gorge Trail
How long is Quinnipiac River Gorge Trail?
Quinnipiac River Gorge Trail is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) long. Most people take about 30 min. It climbs 66 ft (20 m) in total, up to a high point of 115 ft (35 m).
How hard is Quinnipiac River Gorge Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Quinnipiac River Gorge Trail?
Parking at the start. 3 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Quinnipiac River Gorge Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Quinnipiac River Gorge Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (82% under trees).
What can you do on Quinnipiac River Gorge Trail?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Quinnipiac River Gorge Trail?
Castello Pizza, 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from the start.
Is this a good week for Quinnipiac River Gorge Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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