Post Cove – Deep River loop from Chester

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United States

Connecticut

Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region

Chester Center

Post Cove – Deep River loop from Chester

Moderate

3.0

(25)

riders

Post Cove – Deep River loop from Chester

01:42

27.8km

220m

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: August 19, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 22.4 km for 197 m

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Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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9.41 km

Ivoryton Pond

Highlight • Lake

Falls River feeds Ivoryton Pond which has a small dam at the eastern end. Water from here flows into the much larger Mill Pond a little further east on Main …

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17.8 km

Guetliweg Preserve

Nature Reserve

18.2 km

River Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

River Road, along with a few of the other paved roads and bridges in the area, offers views of the Connecticut River. There are a bunch of neighborhoods on the …

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20.2 km

Post Cove

Highlight • Lake

Post Cove is a small, pretty pond fed by the Connecticut River. When riding by, be on the lookout for songbirds and ducks by the water and in the tall grasses and reeds.

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21.4 km

Evelyn & Hawthorne Smyth Sanctuary

Highlight • Lake

Evelyn & Hawthorne Smyth Sanctuary is a small nature Preserve off of Essex Street near Post Cove and the Connecticut River. As you ride, you get nice views over the water in this attractive area.

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22.7 km

Deep River

Highlight • Settlement

This town embodies the quintessential charm of New England, with its picturesque Main Street lined with boutiques, cafes, and historic landmarks.

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25.4 km

Little House Brewing Co.

Highlight • Pub

Delicious beer in a quaint downtown area. Outdoor seating in the backyard. But watch out for the yellowjackets!

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25.9 km

Jennings Pond

Highlight • Lake

Jennings Pond is a pond created by a small dam on the eastern side of the pond which sits between two private properties. The pond is surrounded by trees and …

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27.8 km

End point

Parking

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