Connecticut Route 154 — Connecticut River Valley
A 28-mile route running roughly parallel to the western bank of the Connecticut River from Old Saybrook north through Essex, Deep River, Chester, and Haddam to Higganum. The 9-mile Haddam section carries a state scenic road designation for its river-view corridor along the Middlesex Turnpike, a toll road since 1802. The southern stretch passes through the historic villages of Essex and Chester — both well-preserved small towns with independent restaurants — before opening onto river panoramas near the Haddam Swing Bridge and Gillette Castle environs. Works well paired with CT-148 and the Chester-Hadlyme ferry (seasonal) for a full valley loop.
What you'll hit along the way.
Rider-verified stops, overlooks, fuel, and the corners worth knowing about — in the order you'll meet them.
Old Saybrook
A historic Connecticut shoreline town at the mouth of the Connecticut River, offering a good starting point with services nearby.
Deep River
A quiet river valley town with a classic New England character, worth a brief stop to stretch and take in the surroundings.
The Ivory Restaurant & Pub
A local dining spot in Deep River that provides a convenient lunch or refreshment stop mid-route.
Higganum
A small village near the northern end of the route that serves as a natural finishing point along the Connecticut River Valley corridor.
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