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2,138 ft
Distance
75 ft
Climb
-20 ft
Descent
00:02:56
Avg time
56 ft
Altitude change
283 ft
Altitude min
339 ft
Altitude max
283 ft
Altitude start
339 ft
Altitude end
2.604%
Grade
-9.097%
Grade max
16.989%
Grade min
1,541 ft
Distance climb
447 ft
Distance down
151 ft
Distance flat
00:02:56
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Loop Trail Connector Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Adaptive Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Horse Hill Nature Preserve
    Merrimack, New Hampshire
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in E-Biking
    • 100 in Trail Running
    • 100 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #84778 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #11142 in Trail Running
    • #2812 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Doubletrack
  • Bike Type
    Gravel, Adaptive MTB
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Merrimack Conservation Commission

Flat, easy doubletrack connector that connects the parking lot to the Loop trail, and passes by Blodget Hill Summit trail in the process.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 6 miles average
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  • 226 rides
  • 8 miles avg distance
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  • 1,933 rides
  • Last: Sep 4, 2026
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        Big ol' Amherst/Merrimack ride
        28 miles • 1,886 ft • 23 • Loop •
        For the endurance junkies. Hits up almost everything at Horse Hill, Wasserman, and Grater.
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Loop Trail Connector

        ▼ Where is Loop Trail Connector located?
        Loop Trail Connector is located in Horse Hill Nature Preserve, Merrimack, New Hampshire, United States. It is part of the Horse Hill Nature Preserve trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 42.8455, -71.54771.
        ▼ How hard is Loop Trail Connector?
        Loop Trail Connector is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 2.604%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Loop Trail Connector?
        Loop Trail Connector has 75 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 20 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 283 ft to 339 ft.
        ▼ Is Loop Trail Connector a point to point trail?
        Loop Trail Connector is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is doubletrack.
        ▼ How long is Loop Trail Connector?
        Loop Trail Connector is 2,138 ft long. The trail type is doubletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Loop Trail Connector?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Loop Trail Connector. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ How do I access Loop Trail Connector? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Loop Trail Connector are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Loop Trail Connector?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Loop Trail Connector. The trail is 2,138 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Loop Trail Connector?
        Loop Trail Connector is a very popular trail. There have been 7,857 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 11,797 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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