West Hartford Reservoir Loop is a 4.9 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near West Hartford, Connecticut that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
dogs on leash
kid friendly
hiking
mountain biking
road biking
snowshoeing
trail running
walking
lake
river
views
wildlife
bugs
Directions to: West Hartford Water Treatment Facility 1420 Farmington Avenue, Route 4, West Hartford, CT 06107 From the North and South: Take I-91 South or North to I-84 West and follow the directions below. From the East and West: Take I-84 to Exit 39 (Route 4). At the end of the ramp take a right at the light onto Route 4 East. At the sixth light (a distance of 2 miles) take a left into the Facility.
The place is really nice and scenic, but forget mountain biking...all the trails say no bicycles...you can only bike on the paved road going to the back parking lot. I don't get it. I WALKED some of the trail with my bike, and I see no reason why no bikes. ?? If someone knows why, please comment. It's no different than a Rails-to-Trails ride, just a small bit rougher. Otherwise, will be back to walk, not bike :-(
Jean M.
love coming here. nice paved paths, picnic areas, places to stop and let dog take a quick dip. great for steelers and bikes. everyone always friendly.
Good walk not hike really following the trail there is less pavement which is nice.
Nice walk, good for all levels. Great place to socialize your dogs.
This is one of my favorite walks/runs locally. Always peaceful, easy going very fellow walkers.
Super scenic, paved and Unpaved options. Deer, woodpeckers.
Very easy walk. Truly a beautiful path especially around the fall season.
Easy good to walk with out of shape group.
Go here at least 3-4 times a week, very well maintained and beautiful.
Very relaxing walk!
You are deff not allowed to fish here. This is an mdc protected reservoir, but a great please for an easy walk
Great Water Views
My favorite for an easy, pretty walk (can't really call this hiking)- busy in the summer
Great for walking,hiking and biking. Dog love it 2.
Busy, but there are a number of trail options, and the area is beautifully maintained.
Definitely want to get back there. Nice open walking, nice water views and can use it for a quick trip or long with the multiple trail options
Great walk at this beautiful reservoir!!! Very busy...if you like populated trails. People are always friendly. Amazing water views here! Easy paved trail.