This ride, for stronger cyclists, passes farms and scenic views with a good climb to Mountain Lake. A break at Mountain Lake Hotel on top of Salt Pond Mountain is in order.
Starting Point: Newport town park baseball field located on SR 42, 1.3 miles east of junction with US 460.
Distance: 24.4 miles.
Terrain: Long climb.
Mile | Directions |
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0.0 | From the town park proceed to the right (east) on SR 42. |
0.3 | Turn right on SR 601. |
1.1 | Left on SR 604. |
2.5 | Right on SR 700. |
4.0 | Continue left on SR 700 when SR 602 intersects from right. |
8.5 | TOP! Left on SR 613, steep descent. |
13.5 | Cross US 460 and continue straight on SR 772. |
16.6 | Left on SR 730. |
19.5 | Right on US 460 to Maybrook. |
20.5 | Left on SR 783. |
22.0 | Left on SR 700. |
22.2 | Right on SR 604. |
23.6 | Right on SR 601. |
24.3 | Left on SR 42. |
24.4 | Congratulations, you are back to the baseball field parking lot. |
Notes:
Public restrooms are available at the Mountain Lake Hotel. For general information and another route to the lake, see the description of the Mountain Lake ride.