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Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region

New London

Harkness Memorial State Park – Niantic River Bridge and Beach loop from New London

Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region

New London

Harkness Memorial State Park – Niantic River Bridge and Beach loop from New London

Moderate

2.7

(2)

riders

Harkness Memorial State Park – Niantic River Bridge and Beach loop from New London

02:28

50.6km

290m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 11, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 21.6 km for 70 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.17 km

New London Harbor Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

New London Harbor Lighthouse is a historic landmark built in 1801 for the fishing and whaling industries. It is Connecticut's oldest and tallest beacon, and the fourth oldest in the …

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10.2 km

Harkness Memorial State Park, located in Waterford, Connecticut, encompasses 304 acres, featuring the Renaissance Revival mansion "Eolia" surrounded by formal gardens and greenhouses. Once the summer home of philanthropists Edward …

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21.1 km

McCook Park Beach

Highlight • Beach

Pack a picnic basket and enjoy a relaxing lunch under the sun. Build sandcastles, have a playful fetch session with your pup, dip your toes or even go for a refreshing swim.

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21.6 km

Crescent Beach

Highlight • Beach

Crescent Beach is a lovely sandy beach right next to the road. With such a short distance from the street, it makes a great spot to jump off the bike and take a break on your ride.

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27.8 km

Pattagansett Marshes

Nature Reserve

28.3 km

Pattagansett Marshes

Highlight • Natural

Take a careful look at Pattagansett Marshes, as this is how this area of coastline looked before it was built up. As one of the last remaining areas of coastal …

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32.9 km

Niantic River Bridge and Beach

Highlight • Bridge

From Main Street you can see the curve of Niantic Beach and over to the Niantic River Bridge which spans the mouth of the Niantic River, known as 'The Gut'. …

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38.8 km

Whites Easement

Nature Reserve

44.7 km

Osprey Beach

Highlight • Beach

Enjoy exploring along the sandy shores, soaking in the views of Long Island Sound and the stunning scenery. Breathe in the salty air and feel the sand between your toes. …

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48.6 km

Fort Trumbull

Highlight • Historical Site

Fort Trumbull is a historic fort on the Thames River on Long Island Sound in New London, Connecticut. It is named after Governor Jonathan Trumbull and was originally built in 1777.

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50.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.4 km

18.1 km

10.7 km

248 m

201 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.3 km

22.6 km

406 m

303 m

Elevation

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Today

Thursday 21 May

19°C

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Harkness Memorial State Park – Niantic River Bridge and Beach loop from New London

New London Harbor Lighthouse