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1.6 miles
Distance
301 ft
Climb
-299 ft
Descent
318 ft
High Point
0 ft
Altitude change
55 ft
Altitude min
55 ft
Altitude start
56 ft
Altitude end
-42.2%
Grade max
38.6%
Grade min
2,858 ft
Distance climb
4,757 ft
Distance down
784 ft
Distance flat
There is only room for one car to park on this narrow road. Be careful not to block the private drive.
This trail begins with a steep climb of more than 250 feet and grades exceeding 20%. Like most trails in Lyme, enjoy the many interesting boulders along the way. After a brief descent into a saddle, climb again to a nice bare rock ledge with a view and more ridge-top perched boulders. Hike back to the road on private property, so stay on the trail.
Detailed Description
Plimpton Loop is a 2 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Lyme Connecticut. This hike only route and has a hard overall physical rating. This route includes 1 trails. This route climbs 301 ft with a max elevation of 318 ft then descends -299 ft.
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Stats
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Distance2 miles
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Altitude min55 ft
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Altitude start55 ft
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Altitude end56 ft
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Climb301 ft
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Descent-299 ft
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Grade max-42.2%
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Grade min38.6%
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Distance climb2,858 ft
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Distance down4,757 ft
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Distance flat784 ft
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Primary ActivityHike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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eBike Allowed
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Physical ratingHard
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- Walk north on Plimpton Preserve Trail.
- Continue for 2 kilometers.
- Turn left onto Sterling City Road.
- Continue for 400 meters.
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