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Natchaug Trail

Natchaug State Forest, Northeastern Connecticut

Distance
28.3 km
Elev. gain
578 m
Start
Near Ashford
Finish
Near Hampton

A simplified drawing of the real route — the distance above is the published figure, not the length of this line.

0 km124235 m above sea level27.3 km

Ground elevation sampled along the mapped route.

About this distance

CFPA publishes 17.6 miles (28.3 km). The OSM geometry measures about 27.9 km, a small mapping variance.

Common questions

How long is the Natchaug Trail?
The Natchaug Trail is 28.3 km (17.6 miles).
How much elevation gain does the Natchaug Trail have?
The Natchaug Trail has about 578 m (1,896 ft) of total climbing, measured along Far's route for the trail.
Where does the Natchaug Trail start and finish?
The Natchaug Trail runs between Near Ashford and Near Hampton.
Why do other sources list a different distance for the Natchaug Trail?
CFPA publishes 17.6 miles (28.3 km). The OSM geometry measures about 27.9 km, a small mapping variance.

Sources

Route geometry from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Reviewed by a Far curator on August 9, 2026. Trail conditions, permits, and hazards change — verify before you go.