Nehantic Trail (CT)

Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, United States

25.2 miles (40.6 km) · 2,100 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Route facts

Distance	25.2 mi (40.6 km)
Elevation gain	2,100 ft (640 m)
Average gain	83 ft per mile (16 m per km)
Longest climb	8.4 mi, 150 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	23.1%
Runnable	89% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	3.3 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	27%
Mild uphill	30%
Moderate uphill	4%
Steep uphill	4%
Mild downhill	27%
Moderate downhill	6%
Steep downhill	4%

Questions about Nehantic Trail (CT)

How much elevation gain does Nehantic Trail (CT) have?

Nehantic Trail (CT) has 2,100 ft (640 m) of elevation gain over 25.2 miles (40.6 km). That averages 83 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Nehantic Trail (CT)?

The difficulty score for Nehantic Trail (CT) is 3.3 of 100. That is harder than 32.2% of routes at a similar distance. About 89% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Nehantic Trail (CT)?

The longest climb on Nehantic Trail (CT) runs 8.4 miles (13.5 km) and gains 150 ft (46 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 23.1%.