Set on the shores of Red Cedar Lake, Mooween State Park was Camp Mooween until in closed in the 1960s. The park still contains many remnants of the summer camp including building foundations, fireplaces, and equipment.
Mooween State Park is a popular destination for mountain bikers. Throughout the fall and winter of 2016, a dedicated crew of trail builders roughed in and sculpted a network of nearly 10 miles of single-track mountain biking trails. The park now provides a variety of terrain for riders of all abilities. Double track, park roads, and flowing beginner and intermediate level trails wind through stone walls and the old abandoned summer camp. Along the way are opportunities to play on advanced technical features including giant boulders, steep rollers, log skinnies, and 3 foot hucks.
Hikers and equestrians can also enjoy the miles of trails at Mooween State Park.
Hikers please be aware of bikers using the trails.
Bikers please share the trails responsibly.
Caution! Hunting is allowed at Mooween State Park. During hunting season (mid-September to December 31) please take precautions and wear bright colors. There is no hunting on state lands on Sundays.
This park is managed by the following CT DEEP Park Headquarters:
Mooween State Park is best to reach from State Route 2, with one access point in the east (Scott Hill Road) and one access point in the west (Camp Mooween Road). From Hartford, I-84 and I-91, take Route 2 east; from Norwich and I-395, take Route 2 west.
The Scott Hill Road parking area has space for 20 cars with one accessible space and room for four horse trailers.
From Route 2, take Exit 30 and head south onto Scott Hill Road. Slide right to stay on Scott Hill Road. Continue on Scott Hill Road for another mile; parking and trailhead is on the right, just before the left bend.
This parking area with space for about five cars is adjacent to a boat launch. Please do not block the gate.
From Route 2, take Exit 30 and turn north onto Waterman Road, then take a left onto Route 616/Norwich Avenue. Continue west for 1.4 miles. Turn left onto Camp Mooween Road, cross under Route 2 and continue south for about one mile; parking and boat launch is on the left at the start of Red Cedar Lake Road. Please do not block the gate. The trailhead is at the end of Red Cedar Lake Road.
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