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Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region

Old Mystic – Mystic River Waterfront loop from Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region

Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region

Old Mystic – Mystic River Waterfront loop from Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region

Moderate

4.9

(1609)

8,355

riders

Old Mystic – Mystic River Waterfront loop from Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region

03:26

64.3km

580m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 8, 2026

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After 10.9 km for 847 m

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18.5 km

Old Mystic

Highlight • Settlement

Old Mystic is a small town just north of the Mystic River. There is a small, quaint town center with shopping boutiques, cafes, and restaurants. This is a great place …

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19.6 km

This 3.4-mile-long river was once home to three large shipbuilding firms during the 19th century and now hosts the Mystic Seaport maritime museum. The views along the ride are stunning, creating a serene and picturesque experience.

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20.8 km

Mystic River Waterfront

Highlight • River

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21.2 km

Hoxie Scenic Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Hoxie Scenic Overlook grants nice views over the Mystic River right off I-95. This is a nice place to pull off along your ride to grab a sip of water and enjoy the views out of traffic.

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21.3 km

River Road Along the Mystic River

Highlight (Segment) • River

Winding along the Mystic River, this relatively flat road provides picturesque views throughout your ride. Along the way, you'll have the chance to pass through Bindloss Sanctuary and Peace Nature …

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23.2 km

Union Baptist Church

Highlight • Religious Site

The church is an impressive sight from the roadside, with the architecture towering over the street. It is popular within the local community, and makes a great photo along your ride.

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26.4 km

Anderson Woodlands

Nature Reserve

29.5 km

Mortimer Wright Nature Preserve

Highlight • Forest

The Mortimer Wright Nature Preserve is a small nature preserve with some hiking trails through the woods. This is a nice landmark to ride past as you explore this area.

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40.0 km

Avery Point Beach

Highlight • Beach

Avery Point Beach is a stunning spot on the Atlantic coast where you can ride close to the beach and see lots of sailboats and daily ferries passing by. The …

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48.3 km

Phoenix Drive Open Space

Nature Reserve

64.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.1 km

23.4 km

9.90 km

1.43 km

492 m

Surfaces

40.6 km

21.1 km

1.63 km

886 m

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Thursday 21 May

18°C

11°C

39 %

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Old Mystic – Mystic River Waterfront loop from Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region

Old Mystic

Downes Marsh

Mystic River Waterfront

Hoxie Scenic Overlook

River Road Along the Mystic River

Union Baptist Church

Mortimer Wright Nature Preserve

Avery Point Beach

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