Red, Northwest Road, and Dyke Pond Road Loop is a 5.2 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near West Hartford, Connecticut that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, trail running, and snowshoeing and is best used from March until November. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Dogs on leash
Kid friendly
Hiking
Snowshoeing
Walking
Running
Lake
Partially paved
River
Views
Wildlife
Bugs
Parking Available
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.
June 21, 2020I selected this trail for a walk, ran part because it is paved. I will be back to explore more of the trails that lead off the main trail. family friendly for those looking for a day out with family, areas to sit and enjoy the water views!
May 25, 2020Very good.. nice paved majority of the way. More of a walk then a hike.. worth it
April 25, 2020Very nice paved trail. Can get crowded. Enjoyed the scenery around the Reservoir.
March 27, 2020Nice place. Great for strollers and people with mobility issues
February 10, 2020Great paved path to walk or bike. The only drawn back is if you walk the path backwards it’s hard to gain your bearings as to which way you should go if you want to stay on the red path. Of course ended up near water towers by taking a wrong turn but increased my milage by 1 mile. Word to the wise stay on the path that has bike path on it and you’ll be fine. Great scenery and plenty of doggies !
July 25, 2019great trail to run. I would say is not easy, it has it ups and downs. Beautiful.
July 4, 2019Great for running, but too many small trails and you do not know where to go.
June 12, 2019February 18, 2019I hiked this with my boyfriend. We bundled up and really enjoyed this trail! There were a lot of cute dogs on the trail too!
November 11, 2018Nice Hike
September 23, 2018there are better trails around the reservoirs than this mostly gravel loop trail. explore the side trails.
August 17, 2018great place. moderate traffic. definitely worth checking out and for making frequent trips there.
June 18, 2018The 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 :-(
June 10, 2018love 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.
June 2, 2018Good walk not hike really following the trail there is less pavement which is nice.
May 23, 2018Nice walk, good for all levels. Great place to socialize your dogs.
May 8, 2018This is one of my favorite walks/runs locally. Always peaceful, easy going very fellow walkers.
November 27, 2017Super scenic, paved and Unpaved options. Deer, woodpeckers.
October 24, 2017Very easy walk. Truly a beautiful path especially around the fall season.
August 10, 2017Easy good to walk with out of shape group.
June 20, 2017Go here at least 3-4 times a week, very well maintained and beautiful.
May 2, 2017Very relaxing walk!
April 10, 2017You are deff not allowed to fish here. This is an mdc protected reservoir, but a great please for an easy walk
February 9, 2017Great Water Views
December 12, 2016My favorite for an easy, pretty walk (can't really call this hiking)- busy in the summer
November 14, 2016Great for walking,hiking and biking. Dog love it 2.
September 24, 2016Busy, but there are a number of trail options, and the area is beautifully maintained.
September 14, 2016Definitely 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
October 13, 2013
First to ReviewGreat walk at this beautiful reservoir!!! Very busy...if you like populated trails. People are always friendly. Amazing water views here! Easy paved trail.
