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Air Line State Park Trail - South

State Frontcountry Trail Rail Trail
  • Length
    21.8 miles
  • Elevation Gain
    --
  • Route Type
    out & back
 (2 reviews)

The Air Line State Park Trail is an abandoned railroad line that runs through rural central Connecticut.

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photo by Stan Malcolm.
photo by Stan Malcolm.



Water Snake. Photo by Stan Malcolm.
Water Snake. Photo by Stan Malcolm.
Luna Moth. Photo by Stan Malcolm.
Luna Moth. Photo by Stan Malcolm.
Beavers' Wake. Photo by Stan Malcolm.
Beavers' Wake. Photo by Stan Malcolm.
Frosted Oak Leaves. Photo by Stan Malcolm.
Frosted Oak Leaves. Photo by Stan Malcolm.
Great Blue Heron. Photo by Stan Malcolm.
Great Blue Heron. Photo by Stan Malcolm.
Canada Geese goslings in Duckweed. Photo by Stan Malcolm.
Canada Geese goslings in Duckweed. Photo by Stan Malcolm.
  • photo by Stan Malcolm.
  • photo by Stan Malcolm.
  • Water Snake. Photo by Stan Malcolm.
  • Luna Moth. Photo by Stan Malcolm.
  • Beavers' Wake. Photo by Stan Malcolm.
  • Frosted Oak Leaves. Photo by Stan Malcolm.
  • Great Blue Heron. Photo by Stan Malcolm.

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Location: East Hampton, Colchester, Hebron, Lebanon

  • States: Connecticut
  • Counties: New London, Tolland, Middlesex

The Air Line State Park Trail is an abandoned railroad line that runs through rural central Connecticut. Approximately eleven miles have been resurfaced with stone dust and bridges; parking lots are near completion. Another ten miles are scheduled to be completed and are presently under construction.

The trail passes through forests, rock-cuts, meadows, and borders wetlands and marsh areas. Several rivers and streams are crossed with two viaducts that provide wonderful views of the area.

Photo by Stan Malcolm

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Reviews

Janie Walker
Janie Walker
Mar 19, 2024
Beautiful walk by meadows and water

Hiked March 16-17, 2024. This is a lovely, wide, multi-use rail trail of crushed gravel with no hard pavement, so it’s easy on the feet and knees. The trail runs past meadows, ponds, and marshes. Beautiful scenery. Signs here and there inform you of the railroad history. Saw a ton of happy and friendly locals walking, jogging, and biking. Truly an enjoyable and relaxed way to traverse a bunch of miles. Trish Ellis (aka Janie Walker)

Aart Hoogenboom
Aart Hoogenboom
Jun 24, 2021
Great in all seasons!

Wonderful multi-use trail. Perfect for family outings all year. A bonus are the historical aspects of this former railroad. Bring your camera!

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Allowed Uses:

Bicycling Dogs, on leash Hiking/Walking Snow, cross-country skiing

Other Activities

  • Snow, snow play general

Public Contact

David Buckley
Connecticut State Parks
209 Hebron Rd.
Marlborough, CT 6447
[email protected] • (860) 424-4173

Contact the trail manager for current maps and visiting details.

More Details

  • Elevation (low): 260
  • Elevation (high): 480
  • Elevation (cumulative): --
  • Part of a Trail System? No
  • National Designations: None/unknown
  • Surface (primary): Rock, crushed
  • Surfaces (additional): Rock, crushed
  • Tread Width (average): 96"
  • Tread Width (minimum): --
  • Running length (minimum): --
  • Tread Grade (average, percent): 5
  • Tread Grade (maximum): 5
  • Running length (maximum): --
  • Cross-slope (average, percent): --
  • Cross-slope (maximum): --
  • Running length (maximum): --
  • Certified as an NRT
    n/a
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