West Cornwall has some nice small shops and restaurants and it is a good spot to take a break and watch the River roll along.
Again it is decision time – take the relatively flat route along Route 7 or take the hilly route up Rt. 128 and Rt.125 to Route 4. The section of Route 7 between West Cornwall and Cornwall Bridge has narrow shoulders and some fast moving traffic. The Rt. 128/Rt.125/Rt.4 alternative is longer, has better shoulders and less traffic.
Route 7 – Main Route
At the intersection, make a right onto Route 128 and head straight for the Covered Bridge. This one lane bridge operates on the “first come – first served” principle so be careful but don’t hesitate when you see your chance to cross. Once over the bridge, you make a left onto Rt. 7 south. This is a straight shot south to Cornwall Bridge. Just before you reach Cornwall Bridge, Housatonic State Park will be on your left. It has restrooms and is a nice place to take a break.
Rt. 128/Rt. 125 / Rt.4 Section – Option B
In West Cornwall, make a left onto Rt. 128 and start climbing. This first part is the hardest climb. After about a mile the grade becomes more gradual. Rt. 125 splits off to the right. At the stop sign, make a right onto Rt. 4 West. This is a long, mostly downhill, shot into Cornwall Bridge.
Cue Sheet
| R – Right Turn | S – Straight | BL – Bear Left |
| L – Left Turn | TL – Traffic Light | BR – Bear Right |
| SS – Stop Sign | Y – Yield Sign |
Total Distance measured from start in Ashley Falls and traveling south.
| DISTANCE BETWEEN POINTS | TOTAL DISTANCE | DIRECTIONS | NOTES |
| West Cornwall to Cornwall Bridge For Experienced Cyclists Used to Riding with Fast Moving Traffic Less Experienced Cyclist Should See Option B |
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| 4.8 | 14.9 | R at SS onto Rt. 128 | This is the hamlet of West Cornwall. The famous Covered Bridge is visible on your right. |
| 0.08 | 14.9 | S onto Covered Bridge | This one lane bridge operates on a “first come – first served” basis. |
| 0.01 | 14.9 | BL once across Bridge | |
| 0.01 | 14.9 | L at SS onto Rt. 7 S | Housatonic State Park is roughly 4 miles south on your left. It has restrooms and car parking. |
| 4.2 | 19.1 | L at SS at intersection of Rt. 7 and Rt. 4 | |
| OPTION B West Cornwall to Cornwall Bridge Better for Less Experienced Cyclists – But with More Hills |
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| DISTANCE BETWEEN POINTS | TOTAL DISTANCE | DIRECTIONS | NOTES |
| Starting at Intersection of River Road and Rt. 128 | |||
| 0 | 0 | L at SS onto Rt. 128 | This is the hamlet of West Cornwall. The famous Covered Bridge is visible on your right. |
| 2.3 | 2.3 | BR onto Rt. 125 | |
| 1.3 | 3.6 | R onto Rt. 4 West | The Hamlet of Cornwall is straight ahead. |
| 3.3 | 6.9 | L onto Rt. 7 S | This is the hamlet of Cornwall Bridge. |
| 0.1 | 7.0 | S at SS onto Rt. 7 S | Back on main Route. See Cornwall Bridge to Kent Directions or Option C. |