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Penwood State Park

Location: Bloomfield, Connecticut
Ride Type: Many Trails To Choose
Trail Type: Single Track 40%
Paved Road 30%
Distance: You Pick
Duration: 2 - 3 Hours
Elevation Gain: not specified.
Climbing: Steep At Times
Skill Level: Weekend Warriors
User Density: not specified.

Trail Description:
This beautiful park is surrounded by a paved loop. From this loop you can explore the red green and yellow trails that offer some technical challenges and spectacular views. Be extremely cautious on the yellow trail as it travels along the edge of some extremely dangerous cliffs.

How to get there:
From I-91, head West on Route 291 which turns into Cottage Grove Road at the Blue Hills Ave. intersection. Turn right onto Bloomfield Ave. and then left onto Mountain Road. At the end of Mountain Road, turn right onto Route 185 (Simsbury Road). Follow Route 185 for about 2 miles to a flashing light at the crest of a hill. Turn right into the park entrance here.

Additional Notes:
The blue trail is closed to bikes.