Near Northfield Mountain Trails
Red Loop Trailhead.
Near Northfield Mountain Trails
Red loop.
Near Northfield Mountain Trails
Viewpoint from white blazed trail overlooking Miller River
Near Northfield Mountain Trails
Green Loop Trailhead
Near Northfield Mountain Trails
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Northfield Mountain Trails

4.0 (1 Rating)
Tour of Northfield Mountain Recreation Area.
11
mi
Distance
2,323
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
11mi
Distance
2,323ft
Elevation Gain
2,323ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
1,104ft
High Point
291ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Getting to the trail is a bit tricky as you go pass the power distribution center. There are several options however. Once in the trail system, there is plenty of signage! This specific route was part of a COVID virtual challenge but it provides some of the first trailrunproject routes. The eastern part is fantastic singletrack. On the return, we followed the fence line close to the reservoir, instead of the white blazed trail that we took on the way out. This fence line leads back to the wooden reservoir overlook. If not looking for this level of adventure, the white-blazed trail is well marked and leads back to your previous path.
History & Background
As part of the company's commitment to environmental awareness and sustainability, FirstLight maintains and operates nature trails and recreation and environmental programs at our facilities in Massachusetts and Connecticut. Numerous opportunities are offered year-round for the public and school groups free of charge.

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