Near Mohegan Park Loop
Late season snow around Spaulding Pond
Near Mohegan Park Loop
Late season snow in Mohegan Park
Near Mohegan Park Loop
Lots of benches with great views around Spaulding Pond
Near Mohegan Park Loop
Trail follows the earthen dam around the lower pond
Near Mohegan Park Loop
Well-maintained trails

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Mohegan Park Loop

4.0 (1 Rating)
This is a short, simple hike that feels far away from the city.
1.9
mi
Distance
134
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.87mi
Distance
134ft
Elevation Gain
134ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
268ft
High Point
169ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
This loop starts at the southern end of the Center Parking Lot. You start out on the Blue Trail (marked with blue blazes) heading south. Once at the Lower Pond, the trail turns left along the earthen dam and becomes the Green Trail (now marked with green blazes). The trail turns north as it leaves the pond.From the earthen dam, you re-enter the woods by crossing a red, wooden footbridge. Continue north as you hike alongside old stone walls through dense woodlands. Off to the right (east), you may also see white-tailed deer. At an intersection with the Red Trail (marked with red blazes), stay straight. When the Red Trail turns southwest near the road, take Red Trail Connector right, cross the road, and head right on the Inner Paved Loop. This paved path follows the shore of Spaulding Pond back to the parking lot. Spaulding Pond is the centerpiece of Mohegan Park. There are benches along the Inner Paved Loop for sitting and enjoying the views. There are playgrounds on both the east and west sides of the pond, and a boathouse on the west side. There is a swimming area on the northeast shore.
History & Background
This park is dedicated to the Mohegan people who originally inhabited the land before European settlement.

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Contributors
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