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Nepaug Dam Trail

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  2. CT
  3. Litchfield Hills
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“A paved path with great views of the Nepaug Reservoir and the historic and grand Nepaug Dam. ”

Daniel McCloskey
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Miles

1.6

KM

96%

Runnable

547' 167 m

High

480' 146 m

Low

61' 19 m

Up

75' 23 m

Down

3%

Avg Grade (1°)

15%

Max Grade (8°)

Dogs Unknown

Features Historical Significance · Lake · River/Creek · Views · Waterfall

This trail has a small parking lot on their end of this trail.

Description

This is an easy, paved trail that brings hikers, walkers, and bikers alike over top of the historic Nepaug Dam. This trail offers unparalleled views of the historic dam which sends waters 130 feet down to the Nepaug River below.

In addition to the dam, this trail offers scenic views of the Nepaug Reservoir as well as the wooded areas that line the lake.

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Daniel McCloskey
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in Litchfield Hills

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in Connecticut

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The Nepaug Dam
Mar 8, 2021 near Collins…, CT

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