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Linear Park - Rails To Trails Access
4.7 ★★★★★ 119 Google reviews · Running trail in Plantsville, Connecticut · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 4.7 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Linear Park - Rails To Trails Access' own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Scenic well-maintained linear park with a paved path for walking, biking and rollerblading.
What runners say about Linear Park - Rails To Trails Access
“Well maintained in both Southington and Cheshire but it is infested with discourteous cyclists who go too fast without warning walkers/runners when they are approaching.”
“Beautiful trail in Cheshire through mostly woodlands -- wide and paved, not very busy.”
Currently, the Southington Linear Trail is 4.1 miles in length. It runs from the Cheshire/Southington town line north to Hart Street (Southington). The Southington "Rails to Trails" pathway is part of the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail.
Beautiful trail in Cheshire through mostly woodlands -- wide and paved, not very busy. Walked across several old railroad bridges including one over ten mile river.
Such a beautiful fall day for a walk! Walked from Plantsville to Meriden town line. The only disappointment 😞 here is pretty consistent noise from the traffic as you pass under 84 and over 691:-( Though any day spent outside moving is a good one! #getoutside #committoSelf #naturegirl #touristofthewoods
I always liked walking on the trail but could never go far. I finally started in milldale and walked towards Cheshire. It is so nice. This is the best trail I have walked in a long time. It is definitely worth my time to enjoy the surroundings.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful trail in Cheshire through mostly woodlands -- wide and paved, not very busy.”
“Beautiful trail in Cheshire through mostly woodlands -- wide and paved, not very busy.”
“Great trail and paved in sections from this parking area more than 4 miles is paved.”
“Flat with some nice shady spots but be prepared for a lot of sun as well.”
“Not far from a porta potty, decent place to start and end your trail trip for the day.”
Plan your run at Linear Park - Rails To Trails Access
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance4.7 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–8 PM |
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