Walk The Locks And Open House On The Farmington Canal Heritage Trail
Sat. Jun 7
11:00 am
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01:00 pm
0-6 miles
Open Event
Annual Open House and Walk the Locks on the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail. Begin (and park) at the restored Lock Keeper’s House at Lock 14 in Hamden, where you can pick up a trail map, trail mix, and a drink and view an exhibit of the former canal and railroad. Air-conditioning and an indoor bathroom are available. Address is 3908 Whitney Avenue, Hamden CT. Self-guided, you can optionally walk or bike 3 miles north to Lock 12 in Cheshire, where you’ll find an outdoor exhibit of a restored lock. Return via the trail for 6 miles total. You can also stay on site at the Lock Keeper’s House. The trail is flat, paved and mostly shaded.
Event Leader(s)
Norm Berg
nberg2468@gmail.comRain Date
Organization Partners
Meeting Location Details
3908 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT
The Lock Keeper’s House is just south and across the street from Aunt Chilada’s Restaurant. Park on the grass, the driveway is loose gravel and should be kept clear.
Click on the red map pin for the event address.

Families In The Park (Formerly Great Park Pursuit)

Leashed Dogs Permitted

Wheelchair accessible