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Mainus River – Mianus River Reservoir loop from Mianus River State Park

Bike touring routes & trails

Western Connecticut Planning Region

Mainus River – Mianus River Reservoir loop from Mianus River State Park

Moderate

4.6

(2703)

17,902

riders

Mainus River – Mianus River Reservoir loop from Mianus River State Park

01:08

17.7km

210m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

21 m

Mainus River

Highlight • River

Mainus River Park is popular with hikers, mountain bikers and dog walkers as a peaceful retreat from urban life. A short distance from Stamford City, the road winds along past the park flanked by tall trees.

Tip by

2

3.16 km

Brown Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Brown Preserve is a small area of protected woodland. The road through here offers a beautiful ride. With small stone walls either side, lush green verges, and some beautiful properties …

Tip by

5.08 km

Mayer

Nature Reserve

4

10.8 km

Newman Mills Park

Highlight • Parking

This 7.6-acre park used to be a grist mill, but now it's a tiny gem along the Mianus River. You'd need a parking sticker to leave your car here, but biking here is free.

Tip by

5

15.4 km

Mianus River Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

This small reservoir is sandwiched between Mianus River Natural Park and Mianus River State Park. The road gets narrow through here so keep your head up when riding through this area.

Tip by

B

17.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.8 km

6.90 km

Surfaces

11.9 km

5.84 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (120 m)

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