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Lock 12
4.6 ★★★★★ 232 Google reviews · Running trail in Cheshire, Connecticut · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Lock 12's 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.
The historic Farmington Canal offers a scenic paved trail with many miles for walking and biking.
What runners say about Lock 12
“The path and woods are well kept, easy for a nice stroll, long enough for a good outing!”
“This is a park that is both beautiful and historically significant.”
“Great place for a quiet walk, run or just ride your bike or scooter.”
“Lots of greenery and a shaded trail (most of the way).”
“Great place for a quiet walk, run or just ride your bike or scooter.”
A nice historical park with naturally flowing streams on either side of the walk/bike path, a pleasant walk to do alone or with a friend. Very pet friendly, I would recommend this path between mid spring and early fall, as it is surrounded by foliage and the walk is best experienced when the leaves are in bloom or in…
Great look at 19th Century transportation technology. You can also enjoy the bike trail. A little distance south on the trail you can also see a lock that has not been restored. There are several historical markers to explain what your looking at.
Great place for a quiet walk, run or just ride your bike or scooter. Walk a mile or walk 10. The trail is safe and clean. They even have a public bathroom at this part of the trail.
Great and peaceful place for a quick nice walk. Lots of greenery and a shaded trail (most of the way). Ample parking space.
Trail conditions & character
“, benchs along trail, flowers, bathrooms , water stations, bike tune up pedestals, views, brewery, ice cream ,what else could you possibly want.”
“Safe and secure parking area for going to exercise on the trail by yourself, with friends or the dog.”
“Great place for a quiet walk, run or just ride your bike or scooter.”
“, benchs along trail, flowers, bathrooms , water stations, bike tune up pedestals, views, brewery, ice cream ,what else could you possibly want.”
“Lots of greenery and a shaded trail (most of the way).”
“Safe and secure parking area for going to exercise on the trail by yourself, with friends or the dog.”
“, benchs along trail, flowers, bathrooms , water stations, bike tune up pedestals, views, brewery, ice cream ,what else could you possibly want.”
Plan your run at Lock 12
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Phone+1 203-272-2743
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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