The Nutmeg 40 event

The Nutmeg 40 is a challenging Connecticut mountain bike endurance event organized by the East Haddam Land Trust. The event takes riders through the scenic and rugged forests and trail systems of eastern Connecticut, following an approximately 40-mile off-road route that combines flowing singletrack, technical rocky sections, woodland doubletrack and sustained climbs.

The course showcases classic New England mountain biking, with constantly changing terrain that rewards both fitness and technical ability. Riders can expect roots, rocks, punchy climbs, fast descents and long stretches of forest singletrack, making the Nutmeg 40 a genuine endurance challenge rather than simply a long cross-country race.

The event has a strong community and conservation connection, with the East Haddam Land Trust using the event to help support its work protecting local land and maintaining access to the region's natural landscapes and recreational opportunities. The Nutmeg 40 brings together mountain bikers from Connecticut and across the Northeast for a demanding day of riding while supporting local conservation.

The event is held as a special organized ride or race, and normal trail access conditions may differ on event day. Riders should check current official event information for dates, registration, route details, eligibility requirements and event-specific rules.