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Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region

Groton Long Point

Old Mystic – Mystic River Waterfront loop from Groton Long Point

Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region

Groton Long Point

Old Mystic – Mystic River Waterfront loop from Groton Long Point

Moderate

3.1

(24)

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Old Mystic – Mystic River Waterfront loop from Groton Long Point

02:36

53.0km

450m

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 9, 2026

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

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After 46.2 km for 47 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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869 m

Groton Long Point Association Beach

Highlight • Beach

There are four parcels of beachfront land set aside here for the private community of Groton Long Point. However, you can still enjoy the great views over the water as you pedal past.

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1.90 km

Groton Long Point Association (4 Parcels)

Beach

20.9 km

Phoenix Drive Open Space

Nature Reserve

41.5 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 to stop on your ride for a quick snack and a taste of a classic New England small town.

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42.5 km

Downes Marsh

Highlight • River

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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43.7 km

Mystic River Waterfront

Highlight • River

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44.2 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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44.3 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 Sanctuary, offering opportunities to stop and enjoy the greenery in the area.

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46.2 km

Mystic River Bascule Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

For cyclists crossing the Mystic River Bascule Bridge, the view is nothing short of captivating. From this vantage point, you're treated to a picturesque scene of the serene Mystic River below. As you pedal across, you can admire the rhythmic motion of boats gliding through the water and the charming waterfront architecture lining the riverbanks. The bridge itself, with its impressive mechanical design, adds to the allure of the experience, providing cyclists with both a visual feast and a sense of the area's industrial heritage.

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46.5 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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49.7 km

Anderson Woodlands

Nature Reserve

53.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.0 km

22.7 km

1.76 km

1.49 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

30.9 km

21.1 km

886 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 20 May

25°C

16°C

59 %

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Old Mystic – Mystic River Waterfront loop from Groton Long Point

Groton Long Point Association Beach

Old Mystic

Downes Marsh

Mystic River Waterfront

Hoxie Scenic Overlook

River Road Along the Mystic River

Mystic River Bascule Bridge

Union Baptist Church

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