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Racebrook Tract
4.7 ★★★★★ 176 Google reviews · Running trail in Orange, Connecticut · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Racebrook Tract'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.
Trails for hiking and mountain biking that are suitable for families and dogs.
What runners say about Racebrook Tract
“Beautiful park with streams and well maintained trails.”
“Beautiful park with streams and well maintained trails.”
“Easy well marked trails and lots of space to explore smaller paths off shooting from the main larger loops.”
“Such a peaceful place, full of nature.”
Great experience hiking with my son and our Jack Chi. Loved the red trail and went separate times to try all the other trails. Many little trails off each one we still need to try. So beautiful and peaceful!
Easy well marked trails and lots of space to explore smaller paths off shooting from the main larger loops. Brooks, trail biking, dog walking, unpaved, wide trails, a mix of deciduous and pine, a few vernal ponds with seasonal peepers, and you may spot deer and turkey occasionally.
The nearly four miles of trails at the Tract wind under huge groves of white pines and along Race Brook. Although the Tract’s northern border is the Wilbur Cross Parkway, visitors hardly notice it as they hike along marked and unmarked trails.
Very nice trail! It is big and you have options for what route you want to take! Very beautiful sights!
Trail conditions & character
“Brooks, trail biking, dog walking, unpaved, wide trails, a mix of deciduous and pine, a few vernal ponds with seasonal peepers, and you may spot deer and turkey occasionally.”
“Hiking Trail Review Race Brook, Pine, and Wepawaug Trail - ~3 Miles Trailhead is very easy to find.”
“Beautiful park with streams and well maintained trails.”
“Easy well marked trails and lots of space to explore smaller paths off shooting from the main larger loops.”
“A bit muddy today but otherwise great!”
Plan your run at Racebrook Tract
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
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Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Wepawaug Trails
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