Ragged Mountain Loop route

near Berlin, CT

5.5 miles

Distance

1,074 ft

Climb

-1,067 ft

Descent

755 ft

High Point

10 ft

Altitude change

205 ft

Altitude min

230 ft

Altitude start

240 ft

Altitude end

-63.6%

Grade max

40.5%

Grade min

2 miles

Distance climb

2 miles

Distance down

4,869 ft

Distance flat

Rugged and rocky with stunning views so pick a clear day for this one. One of Connecticut's premier traprock ridge hikes. Wear your best rock boots and get to the trailhead early as it is a very popular spot.

Detailed Description

Ragged Mountain Loop is a 6 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Berlin Connecticut. This hike only route. This route climbs 1,074 ft with a max elevation of 755 ft then descends -1,067 ft.

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Stats

Distance

6 miles
Altitude change

10 ft
Altitude min

205 ft
Altitude start

230 ft
Altitude end

240 ft
Climb

1,074 ft
Descent

-1,067 ft
Grade max

-63.6%
Grade min

40.5%
Distance climb

2 miles
Distance down

2 miles
Distance flat

4,869 ft

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Details

Riding area

Ragged Mountain Memorial Preserve
Primary Activity

Hike
Difficulty rating

Blue
Activity Logs

1

Directions

Walk west on Ragged Mountain Access Trail.
Continue for 90 meters.
Keep left to take (blue/red blazes).
Continue for 2.5 kilometers.

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