Pomfret Forest was logged in 2015 and is now an early successional forest. Pomfret Forest is part of a wildlife corridor made up of more than 2,000 acres of open space. There are two inland wetlands and a pond on the property which can be accessed from several points along the trails.
The trails at Pomfret Forest are meticulously maintained for mountain biking, have lots of optional features, and cater to beginner and advanced riders alike. Find detailed descriptions of the trails and features on TrailForks.
Two trails allow horseback riding - NEFF North and Horse Trail. Hiking is welcome on all trails.
The property was once part of the Gwyn Careg Inn estate. The old inground pool is a reminder of the ornate landscape of years past.
Quiet Corner (QC) NEMBA (New England Mountain Bike Association) helps maintain and develop multi-use trails in northeast Connecticut and creates riding opportunities for all levels, while promoting responsible mountain biking and protecting and preserving trails and open spaces. QCNEMBA hosts weekly group rides, trail maintenance days, and annual riding events.
The main parking area is in the field at 118 Wolf Den Road, Pomfret, CT. Seasonally (April through November), there is additional parking at the Pomfret Recreation Park at 576 Hampton Road, Pomfret, CT.
From I-395, take Exit 47 for Route 44 west, or take Exit 41 for Route 101 west to meet Route 44 west. From the junction of Routes 44 and 101, continue west on Route 44 for 1.5 miles. Turn left onto Wolf Den Road. After 0.5 miles, the parking lot will be on the right.
Take Route 44 East and continue past Storrs and Ashford. From the junction with Route 97, continue on Route 44 east for another 0.5 mile, then turn right onto Wolf Den Road. After 0.5 miles, the parking lot will be on the right.
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