Hop River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Hop River |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Connecticut |
| Counties | Tolland |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Unnamed marsh Bolton, Tolland County, Connecticut, United States 41°47′18″N 72°26′06″W / 41.78833°N 72.43500°W |
| River mouth | Willimantic River Columbia, Tolland County, Connecticut, United States 41°43′23″N 72°15′00″W / 41.72306°N 72.25000°W |
The Hop River is a river in Tolland County, Connecticut. It is located in the United States. The river starts in a marsh near Bolton Notch. It flows for about 15 miles (24 kilometers). The Hop River then joins the Willimantic River.
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About the Hop River
The Hop River is a smaller river in eastern Connecticut. It begins in a wet, marshy area. This area is just southeast of Bolton Notch. From there, the river flows generally southeast.
River Journey
The river travels for about 15 miles. It passes through several towns. These towns include Bolton, Coventry, Andover, and Columbia. Finally, it meets the Willimantic River. This meeting point is called a confluence.
Fun on the River
The Hop River is a popular spot for paddling. This means people enjoy kayaking or canoeing here. A common route starts where the Skungamaug River flows into the Hop River. This is near the Hendee Road bridge. The route ends at the Willimantic River.
Most of this route has "quick-water." This means the water moves fast but is usually smooth. There are also a few areas with whitewater. These are called Class I and Class II rapids. Class I rapids are very easy. Class II rapids are a bit harder but still good for beginners.
The Hop River State Park Trail
The Hop River State Park Trail is a popular path. It is used for walking, biking, and running. This trail crosses the Hop River two times. It also runs right next to the river for most of its length. This makes it easy to see the river while enjoying the trail.
River Crossings
Many roads and trails cross over the Hop River. These crossings are usually bridges. They allow people and vehicles to get from one side of the river to the other. The table below shows some of the main crossings.
| County | Town | Carrying |
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| Tolland | Bolton | .svg){kind=small} US 6 (twice in a row) |
| Coventry | South St. | |
| Andover | Times Farm Rd. | |
| Hendee Rd. | ||
| Long Hill Rd. | ||
| Bunker Hill Rd. | ||
| Coventry | Parker Bridge Rd. | |
| Columbia |  Hop River State Park Trail (twice in a row) |
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| Hop River Rd. | ||
| Pucker Rd. | ||
| US 6 (Willimantic Bypass) |
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 Abandoned Railroad Bridge |
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| Flanders Rd. |
