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Hike Trail

Overlook Loop Trail

4.0 (1 Rating)
Short loop in Bent of the River Sanctuary.
0.4
mi
Distance
44
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.37mi
Distance
44ft
Elevation Gain
44ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
486ft
High Point
449ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
The trail loops along a hilltop of the sanctuary and begins at the end of the Pootatuck Road. The loop also connects to the South Pool Trail. The overlook gives a good view of the lower Pomperaug Valley. The Housatonic Valley lies to the right, receding to the southwestern horizon.

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Contributors
Patrick Neary