Tucked into the scenic Litchfield Hills, Rifugio is a buzzing hub for adventure, wellness, and real connection. Their spaces are alive with energy—active programs, special events, a full bike shop & rental service, bicycle repairs, wellness classes, and kids programs that get the next generation outside.
At its heart, Rifugio has a simple mission: to protect human-to-human and human-to-nature connections in a world where loneliness is rising and screens fight for our attention. Here, the phone stays in your pocket, conversations flow freely, and the trails are just steps away.
We spent the day soaking it all in, and trust us—you’ll want to hear what makes this place so special.
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All the ways to play at Rifugio Litchfield Hills🌲
- Active Programs: Guided rides, hikes, runs, & seasonal adventures for all levels
- Community Runs & Rides: Weekly group runs & rides for every pace
- Special Events: Talks, workshops, film nights & gatherings
- Full Bike Shop: Kids’ bikes, mountain, gravel, e-bikes + gear & accessories
- Rental Shop: Mountain, gravel, road & e-bike rentals to explore the Litchfield Hills
- Bicycle Service: Tune-ups to full overhauls, with member perks & discounts
- Wellness Programming: Yoga, strength, mobility, recovery & nutrition talks
- Kids Programming: Camps, after-school fun, weekend clubs & seasonal activities
- Community Space: Espresso, snacks & post-ride drinks — phone down, conversation up
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Beyond the bike ride
When we rolled up to Rifugio, we thought we were just in for a quick spin on their e-bikes. Instead, we found a full-on adventure hub — part basecamp, part wellness retreat, and all about getting people moving and connecting.
E-bikes = instant joy
After grabbing our e-bikes (side note: total game changers if you want to climb hills without feeling like you’re training for the Tour de France), we hit the trails in White Memorial Conservation Center. The ride? Absolutely gorgeous. Sun on our faces, wind in our hair, just enough pedal-assist to make us feel like superheroes — we couldn’t stop grinning. By the time we rolled back in, we were already planning our next ride.
A community built on connection
Owners Collin and Caitlin Daulong created Rifugio with a bigger vision: to bring people together through movement, nature, and real-life connection — the kind you can’t scroll past on your phone. Inspired by Italy’s rifugi (cozy mountain lodges where adventurers gather after a day outside), they dreamed up a space where conversation flows, friendships form, and adventures begin.
Raising the next generation of riders
Check out Rifugio and KC&E Adventure’s camps, clinics, and events!
Leave better than you came!
Rifugio exists to slow things down, to swap notifications for nature.
Whether you’re in it for the e-bikes, the yoga classes, or just a good cup of coffee after a hike, Rifugio Litchfield Hills will leave you feeling a little lighter, a little happier.
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Rifugio Litchfield Hills – 461 Bantam Rd, Litchfield, CT 06759