Aspetuck Reservoir – View of the Aspetuck River loop from Fairfield

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Western Connecticut Planning Region

Aspetuck Reservoir – View of the Aspetuck River loop from Fairfield

Moderate

3.3

(27)

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Aspetuck Reservoir – View of the Aspetuck River loop from Fairfield

01:53

38.2km

360m

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: August 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.60 km

Mill Hollow Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Little 9-acre Mill Hollow Park sits just downstream from the Sturges Road Bridge. There's a historical ford site just to the south of the park, and you can see all the way downriver to the Connecticut Turnpike Bridge.

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1.86 km

Sturges Ponds Open Space

Highlight • Lake

This area is known for its lush forests, serene ponds, and diverse wildlife. It's made up of three different ponds: Sturges Pond, Lower Sturges Pond, and Upper Sturges Pond, all offering a tranquil and scenic ride.

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13.9 km

Aspetuck Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Aspetuck Reservoir, nestled along the Aspetuck River offers breathtaking views for cyclists throughout the year. Its scenic beauty is especially captivating during the fall season, providing cyclists with a picturesque backdrop for their rides.

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14.7 km

View of the Aspetuck River

Highlight • Viewpoint

You get a great view of the Aspetuck River as you bike across this small bridge. The river is only 17 miles, and there are only a few spots where you get a view as good as this one.

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22.3 km

Samuel P. Senior Memorial Park

Forest

27.6 km

Morehouse Highway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Morehouse Highway is a beautiful forested road that runs next to the Grace Richardson Conservation Area Open Space. This is a scenic, relatively quiet road to ride on when exploring the area.

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