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Renates Stonington To Watch Hill Ride
Total Distance:
34.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 938 feet
Degree of Difficulty Index: 938 ft / 34.6 mi = 29.68
ft/mi Terrain:
Flat to rolling
Killer Hills: There are a couple of sharp up hills near the
end of the ride
Geographical Region: Southeast Connecticut
City/Town: Stonington
Starting Location: Velvet Mill, 22 Bayview Avenue in
Stonington
Ride Description: This is a picturesque ride over mostly
flat terrain that travels through Pawcatuck, CT and Westerly, RI en route to
Watch Hill, RI, where there is a great spot to enjoy a lunch or snack.
There are many lovely views of the Pawcatuck River along the route and a
special view of Block Island Sound near the Watch Hill Lighthouse (youll want
to go down for a look). There are a couple hilly sections on the return
trip.
Facilities and Points of Interest:
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Mile
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Facilities - Points of Interest
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5.3
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Start
interesting tour beside the Pawcatuck River (views)
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8.5
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Pawcatuck
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8.6
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Westerly,
RI
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12.5
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Start loop
tour of Avondale (views)
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15.3
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Watch Hill
business district and Watch Hill Yacht Club
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15.5
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Access road
to the Watch Hill Lighthouse. The lighthouse station was established in
1807. The current lighthouse and keeper's house were built in 1856. It is
located at the juncture of Fishers Island Sound and Block Island Sound.
Although the lighthouse is not open to the public, the location and views
are spectacular. Dont miss it!
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~29.4
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Stonington
Winery on right
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www.ctbikeroutes.org
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