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Hike Trail

Sugar River Recreational Trail

3.0 (3 Ratings)
A circuitous route along the Sugar River.
9.3
mi
Distance
245
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsRiver/Creek

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
9.27mi
Distance
245ft
Elevation Gain
19ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
794ft
High Point
544ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The rail trail takes a circuitous route between the historic mill towns of Newport and Claremont, following the Sugar River Valley. Initially, the route travels through the forest before crossing three trestle bridges. The trail continues again for a few miles and then goes through a series of covered bridges. The route then jumps back into the woods, intersecting with SR 11/SR 103 before reaching a junction with the Bobby Woodman Trail.

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Contributors
Leslie Kehmeier