Hartline

What is the Hartline?

Imagine a safe, six mile greenway that connects you to the community, the city, and the river.​

The Hartline is an innovative infrastructure reuse project that will transform something that divides Hartford’s neighborhoods into one that connects eight neighborhoods. This car-free greenway will create vital links between communities, public parks, schools, enhancing quality of place for residents.

Envisioning the Hartline

Envisioning the Hartline

Drawing inspiration from similar shared-use path projects across the country, we anticipate a vibrant transformation with so many benefits: safe routes to school, bike-friendly transit, and access to the river. 

Rail. Road. River.

The Hartline consists of three distinct but seamless segments: rail, road, and river.

The rail segment will trace the path of the Griffin Line, a single-track freight rail corridor, extending from the heart of Bloomfield to Garden St.​

The road segment, from Edwards to Market, enhances existing streetscapes, incorporating pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, art installations, and pocket parks that foster a sense of community and vibrancy.

The Riverlink ramp will begin on Pleasant Street at Market Street, rise to bridge I-91, and then descend to the Boathouse in Riverside Park. It features a signature bridge design that will provide a visually stunning and accessible connection to Riverside Park’s recreational opportunities.

Hartline Neighborhoods