Thomaston Dam
Thomaston, Connecticut
| Address: | ~Thomaston Dam, Thomaston, CT 06787, USA |
| GPS: |
41°41'42.6"N 73°3'48.9"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Connecticut |
| Trail Length: | 0.00 miles |
| MTB Difficulty: | Beginner |
| Trail Type: | Figure 8 |
| MTB Trail Type: | 4x4 Trail |
Mountain Bike
The Vista picnic area offers visitors excellent views of the dam and portions of the Naugatuck River Valley. The streamside environment is popular for fishing and upland game hunting. Riding trails are provided for seasonal trailbikes and snowmobiles. A radio-controlled model aircraft field, open to the public, is maintained by volunteers. For up-to-date information, call (860) 283-5540. Courtesy of Singletracks.com
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Thomaston Dam
Thomaston Dam is a singletrack mountain bike trail in Thomaston, Connecticut. View maps, videos, photos, and reviews of Thomaston Dam bike trail in Thomaston.
http://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/thomaston-dam/Never 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 Thomaston, Connecticut
- Head northeast on CT-222 N toward Electric Ave (1.0 mi)
- Continue straight onto N Main St (0.5 mi)
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