Links to maps
New Haven to Westfield River (66 miles) This interactive map is produced by Connecticut Trail Finder. It is probably the most up to date map (of this portion of the NHNCG) on this list.
Northampton Information and links to these maps. Maps were updated in 2024
Northampton (3 MB)
Easthampton (2 MB)
Greater Northampton (23 MB)
Easthampton An artistic map, not practical for trail use
Easthampton A PDF map
Southampton (feasibility map from 2011 - not current)
Westfield This is a interactive map from the Southwick border to the Westfield River
Westfield This a a PDF map from the Southwick border to the Westfield River
Southwick This is a JPG image of the trail in Southwick
Connecticut - Northern section This is a PDF of the paper map that is published by the FVTC/FCRTTA. It covers mid-Southington north to the MA border. It also includes the Farmington River Trail. Note that this map is from 2020 and the trail route in Southington and Plainville has changed. Use the first map in this list to see changes.
Connecticut - Southern section This is a PDF of the paper map that is published by the FVTC/FCRTTA. It covers New Haven through mid-Southington. Note that this map is from 2020, with a mostly correct route but some amenities and parking have changed.
MA on road section Goes to the "Routes & Trail Guides" page of this website.
GPX File: A GPX file of the route of the NHNCG from New Haven to Westfield River, that can be imported into tracking and routing apps. Updated 1/2025. The GPX file and more info is at https://www.cttrailfinder.com/trails/trail/farmington-canal-heritage-trail. The route is also on Ride With GPS https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50200210 which can be accessed w/o a paid subscription. Route data is from Connecticut Trail Finder.
This Google bike route roughly follows the various trails that compose the NHNCG. It also includes roads where the trail is not complete. Click "More options" to open in a new window. This is a dynamic map, and the route shown is determined by Google. The start and end points are approximate.
This map shows the location of all kiosks, along with photos of the kiosks. Click the segmented rectangle icon to open in new window with all viewing features including photos.