Rock in the Hammonasset River – Henry Whitfield House loop from Whitman Woods

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South Central Connecticut Planning Region

Rock in the Hammonasset River – Henry Whitfield House loop from Whitman Woods

Moderate

4.6

(8953)

17,753

riders

Rock in the Hammonasset River – Henry Whitfield House loop from Whitman Woods

02:53

59.1km

520m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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4.74 km

Madison Lakes

Highlight • Lake

Madison Lakes is a pretty lake right off of Colonial Road. Although it's hard to see the lake through the trees, it's a good spot to slow down on your …

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14.3 km

Beautiful river road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Running along Hammonasset River, this good quality road has fantastic views of the boulder strewn river surrounded by gnarly old trees. A fantastic stretch of road to cycle on.

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15.2 km

Rettich Preserve

Nature Reserve

17.5 km

If you bike down Cottage Road, you can access the Hammonasset River at the Town of Madison Canoe/Kayak Launch. This is a popular spot for just soaking in views of the river under the West Main Street Bridge.

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25.0 km

Town Open Space (Fort Path Road)

Nature Reserve

26.5 km

Henry Whitfield House

Highlight • Historical Site

Henry Whitfield House was built from 1639 and is now home to a museum. The house itself contains three storeys of artifacts through the ages as well as an exploration …

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42.7 km

County Road

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

This is a nice steady climb with an even gradient throughout. Winding through a blanket of tall trees on either side. If you're travelling east to west, you're in luck …

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59.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.9 km

14.8 km

4.36 km

Surfaces

37.5 km

21.3 km