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Old Daniels Dam – Putnam River Trail loop from Aldrich Road Open Space

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Connecticut

Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region

Old Daniels Dam – Putnam River Trail loop from Aldrich Road Open Space

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Old Daniels Dam – Putnam River Trail loop from Aldrich Road Open Space

02:30

23.7km

270m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 7, 2026

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Restaurant

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10.7 km

Abandoned Stone House at Daniel's Village Archaeological Site

Highlight • Historical Site

The area is home to one of the earliest textile mills in Connecticut. Unfortunately, in 1861, the mill burned down, and it was never reconstructed. Numerous remnants of the mill, …

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10.8 km

Old Daniels Dam

Highlight • Monument

The stone dam from the early 19th century provides a picturesque view of the Five Mile River and carries a rich history, once serving as part of a textile mill. …

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17.1 km

Putnam River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Putnam River Trail is a 1.8 mile long paved trail. It is part of the East Coast Greenway Trail. As the name suggests, it follows along the Putnam River and gives you great views of the water.

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18.6 km

Putnam along the beautiful Quinebaug river is renowned for its antique market.

Recently, the town has been re-inventing itself with an “Arts & Al Fresco” motif featuring small boutiques, theaters, and art galleries.

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19.6 km

Cargill Falls Reservoir

Highlight • River

At Cargill Falls, you'll find a dam and cascades right in the heart of the city. From the Pomfret Bridge on US-44, you can see the wide dam and several …

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23.7 km

End point

Restaurant

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.2 km

5.48 km

3.71 km

142 m

138 m

Surfaces

14.4 km

8.29 km

773 m

179 m

Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Monday 13 July

29°C

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Old Daniels Dam

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