
Beacon Cap via Whittemore, Naugatuck, and Beacon Cap Trails
Beacon Falls, Connecticut
3.7 mi
Distance
725 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 32m
Est. Time
Loop
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Beacon Cap via Whittemore, Naugatuck, and Beacon Cap Trails is a loop trail in Naugatuck State Forest, managed by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, in South Central Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. It is 3.7 miles long and gains 725 feet. The nearest town is Naugatuck, Connecticut, about 1 mile away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 176 ft |
| High point | 1.2 mi | 240 ft |
| End | 3.7 mi | 176 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Loop
Official sources & verification
Managed by Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
Source of truth
- Naugatuck State Forest — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Naugatuck, CT · in or next to town
- County:
- South Central Connecticut Planning Region, CT
- Jurisdiction:
- Naugatuck State Forest · Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:(860) 424-3200
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Legacy import — verify before navigating
Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

Whittemore Trail

Beacon Cap via Naugatuck Trail and Beacon Cap Trail

Naugatuck Trail from Beacon Road

Naugatuck Trail to Beacon Cap from Naugatuck River

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