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Fishing & Water Sports

Fish, kayak, canoe, or tube down the wild & scenic Farmington River section. Check water levels, river access maps, and DEEP information before you go.
Canoeing & Kayaking
Wild & Scenic Farmington River
Kayak or canoe down the Farmington river for a fun filled day. Check water levels and view access points.
Fishing on the Farmington
Wild & Scenic Farmington River
The Farmington River is ideal for trout fishing. View access maps, trout management area, DEEP stocking locations, and more.
River Tubing
Wild & Scenic Farmington River
Tube down the Farmington river for a relaxing day. Check water levels and view access points.

Hiking Trails

Choose from the several hiking trails surrounding the Farmington river valley ranging from easy to moderate for all skill levels.
Jessie Gerard Trail
Peoples State Forest
Moderate
2.9-mile loop trail near Barkhamsted.

Biking

Check out biking trails for all skill levels surrounding Riverton, Barkhamsted, and Hartland.
Barkhamsted Reservoir Bike Loop
Barkhamsted & Hartland
Difficult
22-mile difficult loop with amazing views of the Barkhamsted Reservoir.
Greenwoods Road Out & Back Trail
Barkhamsted
Easy
3-mile easy out-and-back dirt/gravel trail.

Parks & Camping

Spend the day at Peoples State Forest picnic area or set up camp and relax by the river.
Peoples State Forest
Barkhamsted
State Forest featuring recreation areas, a 14-mile network of hiking trails, historic sites, scenic vistas, and a nature museum.
White Pines Campsites
Barkhamsted
Campsite in Barkhamsted with various sites, a swimming pool, fish pond and recreational activities.
Austin Hawes Campground
American Legion State Forest
Austin Hawes Campground offers 30 campsites in a wooded setting along the Farmington River.
Jesse Girard Trail overlooking Riverton

2.9-mile hiking loop starts on East River Road near the old Indian Settlement known as the Barkhamsted Lighthouse.

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Jesse Girard Trail overlooking Riverton

2.9-mile hiking loop starts on East River Road near the old Indian Settlement known as the Barkhamsted Lighthouse.

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Jessie Gerard Trail
Riverton, CT
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