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Salmon River Loop Trail
River-focused loop with varied footing and seasonal scenery.
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Estimated total time: Varies
Salmon River Day Pond Loop CT
State forest loop around Day Pond with moderate footing.
Air Line State Park Trail Colchester Segment
Easy rail-trail segment with forest crossings and long-distance flow.
Air Line State Park Trail East Hampton Segment
Rail-trail section with easy grades and long-distance mileage.
About This Trail
A river-hugging loop through the Salmon River State Forest with varied footing along one of Connecticut’s cleanest waterways, popular for fly fishing. Seasonal wildflowers, hemlock ravines, and riverside rock outcrops provide changing scenery throughout the year.
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Salmon River Day Pond Loop CT
State forest loop around Day Pond with moderate footing.
Air Line State Park Trail Colchester Segment
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Air Line State Park Trail East Hampton Segment
Rail-trail section with easy grades and long-distance mileage.
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