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Bear Mountain - Mount Riga State Park Trail

Salisbury Connecticut Hikes

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Bear Mountain - Mount Riga State Park Trail - Salisbury Connecticut Hikes

Bear Mountain is one of the most popular hiking destinations in the state. A grand stone pyramid crowns its summit, offering unrestricted views which include broad valleys, shimmering lakes, and rugged mountains in three different states. In addition to the vistas this walk takes you on a long loop through ancient forests where animals such as fisher, deer, and coyote roam. There are ponds and bogs, songbirds and wildflowers, and much, much more. Look Forward To: the highest summit in the state; views and more views; beautiful forests. This walk includes these trails: Undermountain Trail, Appalachian Trail, Paradise Lane Trail.

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Trail Statistics & Information
Activity Type: Hiking
Nearby City: Salisbury
Length: 6 total miles
Elevation Gain: 1,560 feet
Trail Type: Loop
Skill Level: Difficult
Duration: 3.5–4.5 hours
Season: Best spring through fall
Top Elevation: 2,316 feet
Local Contacts: Mount Riga State Park, Connecticut Chapter of the AMC
Local Maps: USGS Bash Bish Falls—MA, CT, NY
Topo Map: Bear Mountain - Mount Riga State Park Trail Topographic Map
Guide Book: AMC's Best Day Hikes in Connecticut Guide Book
Driving Directions: View Guide
Trail Directions: View Guide
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Recent Trail Reviews

Matt_Baldelli Rating:
Date of Trip: 7/2/2009
0 Props
Would have loved it if this spring wasn't so rainy. Didn't get much on the…
tyrantvision Rating:
Date of Trip: 8/11/2008
-1 Props
Not much of a challenge, and not that great of a summit view.

Weather Conditions

  1. This Afternoon
    Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 50s. Northwest winds 5 to 10 mph.

  2. Tonight
    Partly cloudy in the evening...then clearing. Lows in the mid 30s. North winds 5 to 10 mph.

  3. Sunday
    Sunny. Highs in the lower 50s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.

  4. Sunday Night
    Clear in the evening...then becoming partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 30s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.

About This Trail Guide

AMC's Best Day Hikes in Connecticut
AMC's Best Day Hikes in Connecticut

by Rene Laubach 7 Charles W. G. Smith (Appalachian Mountain Club Books)

Discover 50 of Connecticut's most spectacular trails, from short nature walks to long day hikes that…

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