The Sue Grossman Still River Greenway is a beautiful, family-friendly, ~3 1/2-mile stretch of rail-trail running from Torrington through Winsted, Connecticut. Offering a paved, flat service it is accessible for walking, running, and all types of wheels (bikes, roller blades, scooters, strollers, and wheelchairs).
The trail starts at the intersection of Harris Dr & Winsted Rd in Torrington, runs parallel to Winsted Rd/Torrington Rd, and currently ends at ~151 Torrington Rd in Winsted (just north of the Winsted DMV).
Parking / Entry Points
- Trail Start = Harris Drive & Winsted Road in Torrington
- Greenwoods Road & Winsted Road in Torrington
- Trail End = 18 Lanson Dr, Winsted
Sue Grossman Greenway Exercise Equipment
One of our favorite projects here at Fit Together is the installation of exercise equipment along the Sue Grossman Greenway*. This equipment can be found at points along the Torrington section of the trail starting just after Harris Drive, heading north, and ending before Pinewoods Road. [New equipment will be added in Winsted soon!]
#1 Balance Plate
(Visible from the road at ~2177 Winsted Rd, Torrington)
🎥VIDEO Balance Plate Demo – FT’s Carla Angevine demonstrates balance plate exercises including standing balance, knee-ups, plank, and push-up.
#2 Push-up and Agility (Jump) Bars
(Visible from the road at ~2463 Winsted Rd, Torrington)
🎥VIDEO Jump Bar Demo – Jessica Stewart demonstrates push-ups and bar jumps.
#3 Horizontal Fitness Ladder
(Located just north of North Rd, ~2865 Winsted Rd, Torrington)
🎥VIDEO Fitness Ladder Demo – FT’s Carla Angevine shows us how to use the horizontal fitness ladder, including crossing it for arm strength, and using the posts for supported calf, quad, and hip flexor stretches.
#4 Seated Leg Extension
(Located at ~3447 Winsted Rd, Torrington)
🎥VIDEO Leg Extension Demo – Jessica Stewart demonstrates seated leg extensions which work the quadricep muscles of the legs.
#5 Two-Person Inclined Sit-Up Station
🎥VIDEO Sit-Up Station Demo – FT’s Carla Angevine shows us how to use the sit-up station for an inclined sit-up that works all the core muscles.
#6 Two-Person Full Bar Exercise
🎥VIDEO Full Bar Exercise Demo – FT’s Carla Angevine demonstrates how to perform knee and leg lifts for core strength using the full bar exercise equipment.
*This project was completed between 2019 and 2020 through funding from Fit Together and the Sue Grossman Still River Greenway Fund at the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation. Installation support was also received from Torrington Parks and Recreation and the mile markers were created by Ansis Bergs, a creative Fit Together volunteer.
Sue Grossman Greenway Events
In addition to installing exercise equipment, bike racks, and signage along the Sue Grossman Trail, Fit Together has been encouraging its use through fun community events. These have included multiple family bike rallies and the “Rock the Sue Grossman Greenway Family Fitness Scavenger Hunt.” Follow us on Facebook or through our newsletter to learn about upcoming events. We would love to have you join us!
We are grateful to everyone who has supported these events including NWCT YMCA, Hartford HealthCare (Charlotte Hungerford Hospital), CT Rides, RBC Bearings Aircraft Products, Inc, Ace Hardware of Litchfield, Torrington Area Health District, Winsted Senior Center, New Opportunities Inc., and all our dedicated volunteers.
Sue Grossman Greenway Resources
- Torrington Trails Network – A group of volunteers working on improving and expanding Torrington-area trails.
- Sue Grossman Still River Greenway / Google Page – For directions, reviews, and aerial views of the trail.
- Sue Grossman Still River Greenway / CTTrailFinder page – Includes an interactive trail map with markers for the “fitness stations,” benches, parking and more.
- Sue Grossman Still River Greenway / TrailLink page – Includes reviews, photos, and access to a trail map with free registration.