Air Line & Hop River State Park Trail
Air Line & Hop River State Park Trail
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November 22, 2023
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The Former Lyman Viaduct – Air Line Trail loop from East Hampton offers a dynamic touring cycling experience, blending historical infrastructure with diverse natural scenery. You'll navigate a mix of paved, crushed rock, and unpaved surfaces, winding through wooded trails, past the East Hampton Cranberry Bog, and over the impressive Lyman Viaduct, which provides panoramic views of the Salmon River Valley. Keep an eye out for local wildlife like heron and beaver in areas like Raymond Brook Marsh as you cycle through this engaging landscape.
This is a challenging 40.0-mile (64.4 km) route with 1413 feet (431 metres) of elevation gain, typically taking around 5 hours and 19 minutes to complete. The trail is open from dawn to dusk for non-motorized use. While specific parking for this loop isn't detailed, access points to the Air Line Trail are available in East Hampton. Be sure to bring plenty of water and consider wider tires for the varied terrain.
This loop traces a segment of the historic Air Line Trail, once a high-speed rail line connecting New York and Boston, giving it a unique character. The engineering marvels like the Lyman Viaduct and Rapallo Viaduct are testaments to its railway past. It's a fantastic option for experienced cyclists looking for a long, rewarding ride that combines natural beauty with a rich sense of history, making it one of the popular bike trails East Hampton CT has to offer.
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Distance 163 m
Downhill 0 m
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