The Minute Man – Compo Beach loop from Merritt 7

Road cycling routes

United States

Connecticut

Western Connecticut Planning Region

Norwalk

The Minute Man – Compo Beach loop from Merritt 7

Moderate

2.8

(13)

riders

The Minute Man – Compo Beach loop from Merritt 7

02:03

39.5km

300m

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

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 14.6 km for 225 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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13.9 km

Kawa Ni - Japanese Restaurant

Highlight • Restaurant

very friendly staff! water refill, great food nice spot for a rest. highly recommended!

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14.1 km

Kneads Bakery

Highlight • Cafe

This is a great bakery that’s more than worthy of the cafe stop, don’t pass it up.

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18.6 km

With over a hundred years, the statue you see at the intersection is one of the most beloved symbols of Westport. Although it was dedicated in 1910, The Minute Man represents a life-sized bronze farmer-turned-soldier and commemorates the Battle of Compo Hill.

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19.1 km

Ned Dimes Marina

Highlight • Structure

Riding along Compo Beach Road, there are great views of the Ned Dimes Marina. There is a grassy area with a few benches along the front. You have to ride here specially, as the road doesn't necessarily go anywhere, but the detour is worthwhile for the lovely views here and slightly further along at Compo Beach.

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19.6 km

Compo Beach

Highlight • Beach

This is a pretty strip of sand, caught between Long Island Sound and the mouth of the Saugatuck River. The beach itself is accessible and has restrooms, lockers, volleyball courts and a wooden playscape.

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20.3 km

Connecticut Gold Coast

Highlight • Cycleway

Beautiful stretch of road here. Road is not very wide, and it's fairly busy, especially during the day, but drivers know to expect cyclists and pedestrians and are generally courteous.

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21.0 km

Old Mill Beach

Highlight • Beach

This little park has a nice sandy beach looking out over Long Island Sound. It's free to use (no fee), but that also means there are no facilities — particularly, no restrooms and no lifeguards. Dogs are not allowed here either — not even in vehicles.

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35.9 km

Knowalot Lane Open Space

Nature Reserve

39.5 km

End point

Train Station

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