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South Central Connecticut Planning Region

Quassy – Cox Nature Reserve loop from Middlebury

Bike touring routes & trails

South Central Connecticut Planning Region

Quassy – Cox Nature Reserve loop from Middlebury

Moderate

2.6

(13)

63

riders

Quassy – Cox Nature Reserve loop from Middlebury

01:05

17.1km

200m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

81 m

Quassy

Highlight • Structure

A one-stop shop for thrills, spills, and summer fun, offering classic amusement park rides, a water park called Splash Away Bay, and even access to Lake Quassapaug for swimming and relaxation.

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2

4.90 km

Cox Nature Reserve

Highlight • Forest

This woodland just off Tuttle Road is a natural reserve of trees and land. There is no public access into the reserve, but you get a good feel for the natural beauty of the area when riding down the road.

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3

4.95 km

Caleb Hill

Highlight • Summit

4

9.59 km

Engleke Pond

Highlight • Lake

Engleke Pond is a small pond surrounded by reeds that can be seen from Rowley Road and Middle Road Turnpike. This pond is located on private property.

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17.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.59 km

6.76 km

781 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.8 km

370 m

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Lowest point (140 m)

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