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McLean Game Refuge
4.8 ★★★★★ 162 Google reviews · Running trail in Granby, Connecticut · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from McLean Game Refuge'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.
Sprawling refuge with trails for all levels, plus ponds, streams and forests.
What runners say about McLean Game Refuge
“Whether you’re walking, hiking, or just clearing your head after a long day, the trails here are absolutely beautiful — peaceful, well maintained, and full of wildlife.”
“Whether you’re walking, hiking, or just clearing your head after a long day, the trails here are absolutely beautiful — peaceful, well maintained, and full of wildlife.”
“As you get further from the main parking area off of route 10, some of the smaller trails are not well marked.”
“Whether you’re walking, hiking, or just clearing your head after a long day, the trails here are absolutely beautiful — peaceful, well maintained, and full of wildlife.”
“Excellent location for nice, easy walks in the woods and picnics.”
4.2.22 I love the unique terrain and the multitude of different trees. If you like to take photos then you'll enjoy this hike. This has many hiking trails and it's easy to get lost. Our trails were dry and some spots had many leaves.
A wonderful spot for a hike and a chance to commune with nature. You can choose easy or more challenging trails to suit your needs or desires! Hope you can get out and enjoy Mother Nature! This is a great spot to do it!
McLean Game Refuge is a great hiking location for all experience levels. There are wider, flat paths, as well as more heavily wooded trails that can be taken. This is a beautiful area to hike with multiple ponds, streams, brooks. The trails are well marked and maintained.
Nice area to walk and very quite. They had indicators search different trails specifying different mile each trail was. Unfortunately none of the trails were color coded to the signs. So you didn't know which Trails you were taking through your walk
Trail conditions & character
“Whether you’re walking, hiking, or just clearing your head after a long day, the trails here are absolutely beautiful — peaceful, well maintained, and full of wildlife.”
“Most of the paths are fairly clear and wide, however if you go on some of the smaller trails, they can be a little bit rugged with some moderately steep sections.”
“As you get further from the main parking area off of route 10, some of the smaller trails are not well marked.”
“As you get further from the main parking area off of route 10, some of the smaller trails are not well marked.”
“Whether you’re walking, hiking, or just clearing your head after a long day, the trails here are absolutely beautiful — peaceful, well maintained, and full of wildlife.”
“There are wider, flat paths, as well as more heavily wooded trails that can be taken.”
Plan your run at McLean Game Refuge
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitemcleancare.org
- Phone(860) 653-7869
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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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