· Regional
Strenuous
Menunkatuck Trail
📏
25.8 km
Distance
⏱
6h 26min
Est. duration
⛰
Strenuous
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
Menunkatuck Trail is a 25.8 km Regional Hiking hiking route.
Covering 25.8 km, this demanding trail is best tackled by experienced walkers in good condition. Budget roughly 5 hours and 44 minutes or consider splitting it across two days.
This linear trail moves from one end to the other without looping back. A return journey by transport — or retracing the path — is needed to get back to the start.
As a Regional Walking Network (RWN) route, this trail is maintained and waymarked at the regional level. It typically connects towns, villages, and natural highlights across the wider area.
Elevation Profile
Loading elevation data…
Elevation data unavailable for this route.
↑ Elevation gain
↓ Elevation loss
High point
Low point
Elevation data from SRTM via OpenTopoData (open dataset).
Map
View on OSM →Loading…
Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
B
Finish
Photos
No photos yet for this route.
Reviews
No reviews yet.
Log in to write a review
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Menunkatuck Trail hiking route?
Menunkatuck Trail is 25.8 km long.
How much time should I allow for Menunkatuck Trail?
Most walkers allow around 6h 26min for Menunkatuck Trail at a comfortable pace.
Is Menunkatuck Trail a circular or linear route?
Menunkatuck Trail is a linear route, not a loop. Return transport from the finish point is recommended.
What are the start coordinates of Menunkatuck Trail?
The trailhead for Menunkatuck Trail is located near 41.3651, -72.6904.
Is Menunkatuck Trail suitable for beginners?
Menunkatuck Trail is best suited to experienced, fit hikers. It is not suitable for beginners.
Who maintains the Menunkatuck Trail trail?
Menunkatuck Trail is maintained and managed by Connecticut Forest and Park Association.