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Thomaston Dam
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Alt Names Thomaston Dam ORV Trails, Naugatuck River Valley, Thomaston Trails, Thomaston ORV
Last Known Status Open
DESCRIPTION
This area offers a great single track loop for motorcycles with about 12 miles of trail covering 800 acres of public land. There area a few technical sections, some ruts, and a few short rocky climbs with tight cutbacks, but nothing too bad. This area is open for trail riding during the summer months (May-October) and weekends are busy. During the winter the trails are reserved for snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. Although some parts of the trail are fairly wide, ATVs and quads are not permitted. There is no camping on site but the day use area has picnic tables, restrooms, and water. The nearby model aircraft flying field also has tables and BBQ grills. Call ahead because the area may close during and after inclimate weather. Camping: Black Rock State Park (Watertown) (860) 283-8088 Taylor Brook Campground at Burr Pond State Park (Torrington) (860) 379-0712

***ANNOUNCEMENTS*** (March 2010)
LOCATION
Nearest City Thomaston, CT
GPS Coordinates N 41º 41.562' W 73º 03.581'
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 From: Waterbury, CT

1) Take Route 8 north to exit 39
2) Turn left (west) off the ramp onto East Main St.
3) At the traffic light, turn right (north) onto North Main St.
4) Continue about 1 mile then turn right (northeast) on Route 222 (Hill Rd.)
6) Entrance is about 0.5 mile on the left (look for signs)
7) Cross the dam to the main staging area
AREA TYPE
Area Type Trail
Land Type Federal Flood Control Dam USACE
QUALITY
Pros motorcycles only, one-way single track throughout, great views, some short sections of good technical stuff
Cons dam sometimes closed, no ATVs or quads, no camping
Rating Rating    Very Good
Recommended Stay Full Day
MX TRACK
Features Public
Max Engine Size No Maximum
Min Engine Size No Minimum
Comment Small MX track with berms and whoops and two or three small (5ft) jumps
REGULATIONS
Permit Required Yes CT All Terrain Registration required (DMV)
Dates Open Generally May-October (Actual dates vary. For 2006: 5/8 - 10/14)
Spark Arrestor Yes CT All Terrain Registration requires spark arrestor
Noise Limit No CT All Terrain Registration requires 'reasonable' volume
Night Riding No
Flags Not Required
Two Strokes No Restriction
Cross Country Prohibited
ATVs Prohibited CT All Terrain Registration required (DMV)
UTVs Prohibited
4x4s (registered) Prohibited
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies Some Areas CT All Terrain Registration required (DMV)
Bicycles Some Areas Not Recommended
Hiking Some Areas
Horseback No Restriction Not Recommended
Camping Prohibited
Campfires Some Areas
Alcohol No Restriction
Fireworks Prohibited
Firearms Prohibited
Law Enforcement Few/Periodic On-Site Office/Station
FEES
Parking Fee No ($0.00)
Entry Fee No ($0.00)
Riding Fee No ($0.00)
Camping Fee No ($0.00)
Comment no overnight camping on site
CONTACTS
Contact Info Vincent Gaultieri (Park Manager)
Army Corps Of Engineers
331 Hill Rd.
Thomaston, CT 06787
(860) 283-5540
vincent.a.gaultieri@usace.army.mil
mark.e.gabso@usace.army.mil
www.nae.usace.army.mil
Contact Info Pathfinders Motorcycle Club
P.O. Box 18
Bethany, CT 06524
www.pathfindersmc.org
TERRAIN
Square Miles 1
Miles Of Trail 12
Climate Type Forest
Elevation 400 to 700 ft.
Trail Maintenance Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained
Loose Dirt This trail has some loose dirt.Some
Hard Pack The trail has some hard pack terrain.Some
Sand This trail has little sandy areas.Little
Mud The trail has some mud after it rains.Some
Dust The trail has some dust on typical days.Some
Rocks This trail has some rocks.Some
Trees The trail has many trees.Many
Steep Hills This trail has no steep hills.None
Water Crossings The trail has few water crossings.Few
Small Jumps This trail has few small jumps.Few
Large Jumps This trail has no large jumps.None
Berms The trail has some berms.Some
Sand/Gravel Pits This vacant land has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single Track This vacant land has many single track trails.Many
Roads This vacant land has few roads.Few
Intersections This trail has some intersections.Some
Rider Traffic The vacant land has many rider traffic on typical days.Many
Shade This vacant land has some shaded areas.Some
Ranges/Gunfire This vacant land has no shooting ranges or gunfire.None
Hazards This trail has few hazards.Few (hazards assumed marked but use caution)
Novice Terrain This trail has little beginner terrain.Little
Amateur Terrain This trail has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Expert Terrain This trail has little expert terrain.Little
Comment Mostly one-way single track motorcycle trails and a couple play areas (ATVs/Quads prohibited throughout)
GPS POINTS

KEY SERVICES
First Aid 5-20 Miles (S) Waterbury Hospital (203) 573-6136
Gasoline 5-20 Miles (S) Sunoco (860) 283-0239
Diesel 5-20 Miles (S) Sunoco (860) 283-0239
Water On Site Day Use Area
RV Hookup 1-5 Miles (SE) Branch Brook Campground (860) 283-8144
RV Disposal 1-5 Miles (SE) Branch Brook Campground (860) 283-8144
Campground 1-5 Miles (SE) Branch Brook Campground (860) 283-8144
Conv Store 5-20 Miles (SE) Waterbury
Swim Area 1-5 Miles (SW) Black Rock State Park (860) 424-3000
Water Body On Site Naugatuck River
Boat Ramp 1-5 Miles (W) Nystrom's Park (860) 283-6927

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