Hop River State Park Trail
1 Hop River Rd, Vernon, CT 06066
20 miles of trails
Explore the shaded trails of the Hop River State Park Trail in Vernon, a 20-mile rail-trail passing through tunnels and a covered bridge across multiple towns. Dog owners value the water stations, parking lots, and trash cans along the route. Leashed dogs only; pack waste bags.
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- Park
- Hop River State Park Trail
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Vernon, Connecticut
- Coordinates
- 41.8378, -72.4475
- Trail miles
- 20
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.6 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 820 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 20 miles of trail
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Dog policy
20-mile rail-trail through Manchester, Vernon, Bolton, Coventry, Andover, Columbia. Three tunnels and a covered bridge. Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Trash cans
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