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Housatonic Rail-Trail - Trumbull (Pequannock Valley Greenway):
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Description:
A shady respite from suburban Trumbull, this fairly flat trail overlooks the winding Pequonnock River for much of its 3.4 miles. Rapids and distinctive rock outcrops add interest. The trail begins on the railroad corridor, strays from it, then returns to emerge at Old Mine Park. The segment through the Pequonnock River Valley has a smooth stone dust susrface that was laid down in 2007. The trail starts at Tait Road with an asphalt entryway up a short hill. From the signboard near Whitney Avenue to the Monroe town line, the trail is paved with asphalt. As Route 25 crosses the original railroad right-of-way, there is a short hill to climb in Parlor Rock Park (an early 20th century amusement area) to access the wooden bridge usder Route 25. Through Old Mine Park, the trail parallels the park entry road. (Note that Trummbull restricts parking to residents and issues $25 tickets to people who do not have a Trumball parking sticker). The town has not installed a crosswalk at Route 111, caution is advised crossing this busy road. Shortly after Route 111, the trail splits: the original trail, which is a rough dirt and gravel surface, continues straight. The new trail, which is paved, but involves a climb, bears right and ends just before the Victorinox property in Monroe. From the Victorinox property, turn left and cross through the parking lot. Just after crossing a bridge, turn left on the dirt surface to resume the trail.
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Parking & Trail Access:
To park near the old town hall, take State Route 25 to Exit 9 and turn south on Daniel's Farm Road. At the light, take a right on State Route 127, followed by an immediate right on Tait Road (not Tait's Mill Road) to the unsigned, six-car parking area beside the old town hall (now called the Helen Plumb Building). The trailhead lies 50 yards down the road on the left. Only permitted town residents can park at Old Mine Park; visitors may park on neighboring streets. To reach the park, take State Route 25 North to State Route 111, continue north on 111, and take the first right turn into the park. The signed trailhead is near the main parking area. The Whitney Avenue trailhead offers a larger parking area, but only town residents and state residents with fishing licenses may purchase the required permit.
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RT111 crossing changes...
By squincy on August 12, 2009
It appears that there are some sort of signal devices about to be unveiled for the treacherous 5 lane crossing of Rt111 north of Old Mine Park. Not sure what sort of relief they'll offer, but I suppose something is better than nothing.

What I don't get is why there's no crossing solution that utilizes the existing Pequonnock River bridge, much in the way the trail does to traverse Rt 25 south of Old Mine Park. One of these days I'll venture down there to see if there's some glaring obstacle that I'm missing.
Getting Better all the time.
By Manfred Schmidt on August 08, 2009
I just took a ride on the trail from Monroe's Wolfe Park to Trumbulls Indian Ledge Park. After leaving Wolfe Park take a right onto Purdy Hill Rd. Then take your first left onto Maple Dr. South. It is a very short ride on the road until you see the entrance again after the Old Stepny Station on the left hand side where maple curves sharply to the right. The trail continues over a bridge onto a wide gravel paved trail. No longer going thru parking lots the trail has been routed left past L&L Evergreen. You continue a beautiful hard pack gravel then paved trail along the river passing alongside Swiss Army / Victorinox headquarters. You come out at a school bus depot before crossing a road. Look both ways traffic does not stop. The trail now leads you left to Rt. 111 or right to Main St. (Rt.25). Rt. 111 crossing is a 4 lane road with heavy traffic but Trumbull is installing a New traffic signal for bicycle crossing to Old Mine Park. Thank you Trumbull. Once activated this will remove a lot of worry about crossing Rt.111. The trail continues on thru Old Mine Park to Indian Ledge Park. It is a very pleasant ride.
Plenty of Wildflowers Along the Trail
By dduessel on May 18, 2009
I've been walking along the section from Tait Road to Whitney approximately three times a week since mid-April. I have noticed many wildflowers blooming along the trail. They include: Jack-in-the-Pulpit, trillium (just about done blooming), garlic mustard, celadine, violets, False Solomon's Seal, Small Solomon's Seal, Canadian Mayflower, wild geranium, and some type of honeysuckle.

Take a look as you walk/run/bike the trail and notice the wildflowers.
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Trail Facts
Trail End Points: Tait Road in Trumbull to Old Mine Park in Trumbull
Counties: Fairfield
Trail Length: 3.4 miles
Trail Category: Rail-Trail
Trail Surfaces: Crushed Stone, Dirt, Cinder
Trail Activities: Walk, Bicycle, Cross Country Ski, Mountain Bicycle

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