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State Parks

• Above All State Park – located in Warren, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to hike through a forested area with scenic views. The park is also home to the remains of an old quarry.
• Auerfarm State Park Scenic Reserve – located in Bloomfield, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to explore a working farm with educational programs and events. The park also features hiking trails and a visitors’ center with exhibits on the history of the farm and the local area.
• Beaver Brook State Park – located in Windham, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to hike through a forested area with scenic views. The park is also home to a small pond and a picnic area.
• Becket Hill State Park Reserve – located in Lyme, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to hike through a forested area with scenic views. The park is also home to a small pond and a picnic area.
• Beckley Furnace Industrial Monument – located in Canaan, Connecticut and features the remains of an iron furnace that was in operation in the 19th century. The park offers visitors a chance to explore the furnace and learn about the history of the iron industry in the area.
• Bennett’s Pond State Park – located in Ridgefield, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to hike through a forested area with scenic views. The park is also home to a small pond and a picnic area.
• Bigelow Hollow State Park – located in Union, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to explore a natural area with hiking trails, fishing opportunities, and a small pond. The park also features camping facilities and a visitors’ center with exhibits on the natural history of the area.
• Black Rock State Park – located in Watertown, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to hike through a forested area with scenic views. The park is also home to Black Rock Lake, which offers fishing and boating opportunities.
• Bluff Point State Park – located in Groton, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to explore a natural area with hiking trails and scenic views of Long Island Sound. The park is also home to a small beach and picnic area.
• Bolton Notch State Park – located in Bolton, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to hike through a forested area with scenic views. The park is also home to a historic railroad tunnel and a picnic area.
• Brainard Homestead State Park – located in Haddam, Connecticut and features a historic homestead that dates back to the 18th century. The park offers visitors a chance to explore the homestead and learn about the history of the area.
• Burr Pond State Park – located in Torrington, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to swim, fish, and boat in a scenic pond. The park is also home to hiking trails and a picnic area.
• Camp Columbia State Park/State Forest – located in Morris, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to hike and camp in a forested area with scenic views.
• Campbell Falls State Park Reserve – located in Norfolk, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to hike through a natural area with scenic waterfalls. The park is also home to a picnic area.
• Chatfield Hollow State Park – located in Killingworth, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to hike and swim in a natural area with scenic views. The park is also home to a small lake and picnic area.
• Collis P. Huntington State Park – located in Redding, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to hike and picnic in a forested area with scenic views. The park is also home to the Huntington Homestead, a historic house museum.
• Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park – located in Essex, Connecticut and features a historic railroad that offers scenic rides through the Connecticut River Valley. The park also features a visitors’ center with exhibits on the history of the railroad and the local area.
• Dart Island State Park – a small park located in the Connecticut River and accessible only by boat. It offers visitors a chance to picnic and explore the island.
• Day Pond State Park – located in Colchester, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to swim, fish, and boat in a scenic pond. The park is also home to hiking trails and a picnic area.
• Dennis Hill State Park – located in Norfolk, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to hike and picnic in a forested area with scenic views. The park is also home to the Dennis Hill Tower, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding area.
• Devil’s Hopyard State Park – located in East Haddam, Connecticut and offers visitors a chance to hike through a natural area with scenic waterfalls. The park is also home to a small beach and picnic area.
• Dinosaur State Park – located in Rocky Hill, Connecticut and features a large collection of dinosaur footprints that were discovered in the area. The park also features a visitors’ center with exhibits on the history of the dinosaurs and the local area. Visitors can also hike through a natural area and explore the nearby Arboretum.
• Eagle Landing State Park – a 48-acre park located in Haddam, Connecticut, USA. The park provides visitors with access to the Connecticut River and Cockaponset State Forest, making it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts. The park features a boat launch area and a fishing pier, making it an ideal location for boating and fishing activities. In addition to water activities, visitors can also enjoy hiking, birdwatching, and picnicking at the park. The park is known for its scenic views of the river and abundant birdlife, making it a favorite among birdwatchers.
• Farm River State Park – a 60-acre park located in East Haven, Connecticut, USA. The park is situated along the tidal marshes of the Farm River, which is a popular spot for fishing and kayaking. Visitors to the park can also enjoy hiking along the park’s trails, which offer scenic views of the river and marshes. The park is home to a variety of wildlife, including osprey, herons, and egrets, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers. The park features a picnic area and a playground for families to enjoy, and is a great spot for a relaxing day out in nature.
• Ferry Landing State Park – a 3-acre park in Old Lyme, CT, located along the Connecticut River. Visitors can enjoy fishing, boating, and picnicking with scenic river views.
• Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park – a 17-acre park in Groton, CT, that commemorates the American Revolutionary War battle that took place there. Visitors can explore the fort and museum, and enjoy scenic views of the Thames River.
• Fort Trumbull State Park – a 16-acre park in New London, CT, that features a historic fort and museum. Visitors can learn about the fort’s role in the American Revolution and Civil War, and enjoy scenic views of the Thames River. The park also offers picnic areas and a beach for visitors to enjoy.
• Gardner Lake State Park – a 240-acre park in Salem, CT. The park is located on the shore of Gardner Lake and offers visitors opportunities for fishing, boating, and hiking. The park features a swimming beach, picnic areas, and a boat launch.
• Gay City State Park – a 1,569-acre park in Hebron, CT. The park was once the site of a thriving mill village and features the remains of the village, including foundations, dams, and a mill pond. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and picnicking, as well as winter activities such as cross-country skiing and ice skating.
• George Dudley Seymour State Park – a 13-acre park in Haddam, CT. The park is located on the banks of the Connecticut River and features a boat launch and fishing areas. Visitors can enjoy scenic river views and picnicking at the park.
• George Waldo State Park – a 150-acre park in Southbury, CT. The park is situated on Lake Lillinonah and offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and hiking. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of the lake and surrounding forests.
• Gillette Castle State Park – a 184-acre park in East Haddam, CT. The park features the Gillette Castle, a medieval-style castle built by actor William Gillette in 1914. Visitors can explore the castle and its grounds, as well as enjoy hiking, picnicking, and scenic views of the Connecticut River.
• Haddam Island State Park – a small 14-acre park located on Haddam Island, in the middle of the Connecticut River. Visitors can access the park by boat and enjoy fishing, birdwatching, and picnicking. The park is known for its scenic views of the river and its abundant wildlife.
• Haddam Meadows State Park – a 285-acre park located in Haddam, CT. The park is situated along the Connecticut River and offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and hiking. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of the river and surrounding forests, as well as picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Haley Farm State Park – a 267-acre park located in Groton, CT. The park was once a working farm and features the remains of the farm buildings and stone walls. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and picnicking, as well as explore the park’s historic features.
• Hammonasset Beach State Park – a 2-mile-long beach park in Madison, CT. The park features over 550 campsites, a boardwalk, and a nature center. Visitors can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, and fishing, as well as hiking and biking along the park’s trails.
• Harkness Memorial State Park – a 230-acre park located in Waterford, CT. The park features the Harkness Mansion, a mansion built in the early 1900s, and extensive gardens. Visitors can enjoy walking through the gardens, picnicking on the lawns, and exploring the mansion’s interior.
• Haystack Mountain State Park – a 725-acre park located in Norfolk, CT. The park features a 34-foot stone tower on top of Haystack Mountain, which provides panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can enjoy hiking along the park’s trails and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Higganum Reservoir State Park – a 240-acre park located in Haddam, CT. The park is situated around the Higganum Reservoir and offers opportunities for fishing, hiking, and picnicking. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of the reservoir and the surrounding forests.
• Hopemead State Park – a 118-acre park located in Windsor, CT. The park features the remains of an early 20th-century estate, including a stone mansion and gardens. Visitors can enjoy hiking along the park’s trails and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Hopeville Pond State Park – a 554-acre park located in Griswold, CT. The park is situated around Hopeville Pond and offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and camping. Visitors can enjoy hiking and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Horse Guard State Park – a 100-acre park located in Avon, CT. The park is situated around a former military training ground and offers opportunities for hiking and picnicking. Visitors can explore the park’s historic features and enjoy scenic views of the surrounding countryside.
• Housatonic Meadows State Park – a 452-acre park located in Sharon, CT. The park is situated along the Housatonic River and offers opportunities for fishing, hiking, and camping. Visitors can enjoy scenic river views and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Humaston Brook State Park – a 93-acre park located in Litchfield, CT. The park features a small pond, a picnic area, and hiking trails. Visitors can enjoy hiking through the park’s forested trails and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Hurd State Park – a 1,000-acre park located in East Hampton, CT. The park is situated around the 150-acre Lake Pocotopaug and offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and hiking. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of the lake and surrounding forests.
• Indian Well State Park – a 153-acre park located in Shelton, CT. The park is situated along the Housatonic River and features a waterfall and swimming area. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• John A. Minetto State Park – a 141-acre park located in Torrington, CTA. The park features a 1.25-mile hiking trail that provides scenic views of the surrounding forests and countryside. Visitors can also enjoy picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Kent Falls State Park – a 295-acre park located in Kent, CT. The park is home to Kent Falls, a series of waterfalls that cascade over rocks and through a gorge. Visitors can hike along the park’s trails, swim in the falls’ swimming hole, and enjoy picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Kettletown State Park – a 605-acre park located in Southbury, CT. The park is situated around Lake Zoar and offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and hiking. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of the lake and surrounding forests and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Killingly Pond State Park – a 226-acre park located in Killingly, CT. The park is situated around Killingly Pond and offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and hiking. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of the pond and surrounding forests and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas. The park also features a boat launch and swimming area.
• Lake Waramaug State Park – a 95-acre park located in New Preston, CT. The park is situated around Lake Waramaug and offers opportunities for swimming, fishing, and boating. Visitors can also enjoy picnicking at the park’s picnic areas and hiking along the park’s trails.
• Lamentation Mountain State Park – a 240-acre park located in Berlin, CT. The park features Lamentation Mountain, which rises 720 feet above sea level and offers scenic views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can enjoy hiking along the park’s trails and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Lovers Leap State Park – a 127-acre park located in New Milford, CT. The park features a 90-foot-high rock ledge that overlooks the Housatonic River and offers scenic views of the surrounding forests and countryside. Visitors can enjoy hiking along the park’s trails and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Macedonia Brook State Park – a 2,300-acre park located in Kent, CT. The park is situated around Macedonia Brook and offers opportunities for fishing, hiking, and camping. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of the brook and surrounding forests and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Machimoodus State Park – a 300-acre park located in East Haddam, CT. The park features the Machimoodus State Park Trail, which is a 3.5-mile hiking trail that winds through the park’s forests and along the Moodus River. Visitors can also enjoy picnicking at the park’s picnic areas. The park is also known for its Native American history and legends.
• Mansfield Hollow State Park – a 251-acre park located in Mansfield, CT. The park features Mansfield Hollow Lake, which offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and swimming. Visitors can also enjoy hiking along the park’s trails and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Mashamoquet Brook State Park – a 915-acre park located in Pomfret, CT. The park features Mashamoquet Brook, which flows through the park and offers opportunities for fishing, swimming, and tubing. Visitors can also enjoy hiking along the park’s trails and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas. The park also has camping facilities.
• Mianus River State Park – a 391-acre park located in Stamford and Greenwich, CT. The park is situated along the Mianus River and offers opportunities for fishing, hiking, and picnicking. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of the river and surrounding forests.
• Millers Pond State Park – a 280-acre park located in Durham, CT. The park features Millers Pond, which offers opportunities for fishing and boating. Visitors can also enjoy hiking along the park’s trails and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Minnie Island State Park – a 1-acre park located in Stonington, CT. The park features Minnie Island, which is situated in Stonington Harbor and is accessible by boat. Visitors can enjoy picnicking and birdwatching on the island.
• Mohawk Mountain State Park – a 4,000-acre park located in Cornwall and Goshen, CT. The park features Mohawk Mountain, which offers opportunities for hiking, skiing, and snowboarding. Visitors can also enjoy picnicking and fishing at the park’s picnic areas and fishing pond.
• Mono Pond State Park Reserve – a 415-acre park located in Columbia, CT. The park features Mono Pond, which offers opportunities for fishing and boating. Visitors can also enjoy hiking along the park’s trails and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas. The park also has camping facilities.
• Mooween State Park – a 553-acre park located in Lebanon, Connecticut, USA. The park features the 110-acre Gardner Lake, which offers opportunities for fishing and boating. Visitors can also enjoy hiking along the park’s trails and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas. The park also has camping facilities.
• Mount Bushnell State Park – a 185-acre park located in Norfolk, Connecticut, USA. The park features Mount Bushnell, which is the highest peak in the town of Norfolk and offers opportunities for hiking and picnicking. Visitors can also enjoy scenic views of the surrounding countryside.
• Mount Riga State Park – a 333-acre park located in Salisbury, Connecticut, USA. The park features Mount Riga, which is the highest peak in the Taconic Range and offers opportunities for hiking and picnicking. Visitors can also enjoy scenic views of the surrounding countryside.
• Mount Tom State Park – a 252-acre park located in Litchfield, Connecticut, USA. The park features Mount Tom, which offers opportunities for hiking and picnicking. Visitors can also enjoy scenic views of the surrounding countryside.
• Nathaniel Lyon Memorial State Park – a 44-acre park located in Eastford, Connecticut, USA. The park features the Nathaniel Lyon Monument, which commemorates the life of Nathaniel Lyon, a Union general during the American Civil War. Visitors can enjoy hiking along the park’s trails and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Old Furnace State Park – a 367-acre park located in Killingly, Connecticut. The park features the remains of an iron furnace and offers opportunities for hiking, picnicking, and fishing.
• Osbornedale State Park – a 437-acre park located in Derby, Connecticut. The park features the historic Osbornedale House and offers opportunities for hiking, picnicking, and fishing. Visitors can also enjoy the park’s gardens and birdwatching.
• Penwood State Park – a 787-acre park located in Bloomfield, Connecticut. The park features Talcott Mountain and offers opportunities for hiking, picnicking, and cross-country skiing. Visitors can also enjoy scenic views of the surrounding countryside.
• Platt Hill State Park – a 220-acre park located in Winchester, Connecticut. The park features Platt Hill, which offers opportunities for hiking, picnicking, and fishing. Visitors can also enjoy scenic views of the surrounding countryside.
• Pomeroy State Park – a 79-acre park located in Lebanon, Connecticut. The park features the remains of a colonial-era village and offers opportunities for hiking, picnicking, and fishing.
• Putnam Memorial State Park – a 183-acre park located in Redding and Bethel, Connecticut. The park features the site of the winter encampment of General Israel Putnam’s troops during the American Revolution and offers opportunities for hiking and picnicking. Visitors can also learn about the history of the park at the park’s museum.
• Quaddick State Park – a 152-acre park located in Thompson, Connecticut. The park features Quaddick Lake and offers opportunities for swimming, fishing, boating, and hiking. Visitors can also enjoy picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Quinebaug Lake State Park – a 181-acre park located in Killingly, Connecticut. The park features Quinebaug Lake and offers opportunities for swimming, fishing, boating, and hiking. Visitors can also enjoy picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Quinnipiac River State Park – a 321-acre park located in North Haven and Wallingford, Connecticut. The park features the Quinnipiac River and offers opportunities for hiking, fishing, and birdwatching.
• River Highlands State Park – a 235-acre park located in Cromwell, Connecticut. The park features the Connecticut River and offers opportunities for hiking, picnicking, and fishing.
• Rocky Glen State Park – a 186-acre park located in Newtown, Connecticut. The park features a scenic waterfall and offers opportunities for hiking, picnicking, and fishing.
• Rocky Neck State Park – a 708-acre park located in East Lyme, Connecticut. The park features Long Island Sound and offers opportunities for swimming, fishing, and boating. Visitors can also enjoy hiking and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Ross Pond State Park – a 59-acre park located in Killingly, Connecticut. The park features Ross Pond and offers opportunities for fishing and hiking. Visitors can also enjoy picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Salt Rock State Campground – a 149-acre park located in Sprague, Connecticut. The park offers 71 campsites and access to Pachaug Pond. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and boating, as well as picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Satan’s Kingdom State Recreation Area – a 1,420-acre park located in New Hartford, Connecticut. The park features the Farmington River and offers opportunities for swimming, tubing, and fishing. Visitors can also enjoy hiking and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Scantic River State Park – a 784-acre park located in Enfield and Somers, Connecticut. The park features the Scantic River and offers opportunities for hiking, fishing, and picnicking.
• Selden Neck State Park – a 607-acre park located in Lyme, Connecticut. The park is accessible only by boat and features hiking trails, picnic areas, and a small beach.
• Seth Low Pierrepont State Park Reserve – a 305-acre park located in Ridgefield, Connecticut. The park features hiking trails, scenic views, and picnic areas. Visitors can also enjoy fishing in the park’s ponds.
• Seaside State Park – a 32-acre park located in Waterford, Connecticut. The park features Long Island Sound and offers opportunities for swimming, fishing, and boating. Visitors can also enjoy picnicking at the park’s picnic areas. The park is currently closed to the public and undergoing a redevelopment project.
• Sherwood Island State Park – a 235-acre park located in Westport, Connecticut. The park features a sandy beach, picnic areas, and walking trails. Visitors can also enjoy fishing, birdwatching, and the park’s nature center.
• Silver Sands State Park – a 297-acre park located in Milford, Connecticut. The park features a boardwalk and beach on Long Island Sound. Visitors can also enjoy hiking, birdwatching, and fishing in the park.
• Sleeping Giant State Park – a 1,465-acre park located in Hamden, Connecticut. The park features a large hill with scenic views, hiking trails, and picnic areas. Visitors can also enjoy fishing and birdwatching in the park.
• Southford Falls State Park – a 169-acre park located in Southbury, Connecticut. The park features a waterfall, hiking trails, picnic areas, and fishing opportunities. Visitors can also enjoy winter sports such as ice skating and cross-country skiing.
• Squantz Pond State Park – a 172-acre park located in New Fairfield, Connecticut. The park features Squantz Pond, which offers opportunities for swimming, boating, and fishing. Visitors can also enjoy hiking and picnicking at the park’s picnic areas.
• Stillwater Pond State Park – a 266-acre park located in Torrington, Connecticut. The park features Stillwater Pond, which offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and swimming. Visitors can also enjoy hiking, picnicking, and winter sports such as ice fishing and ice skating.
• Stoddard Hill State Park – a 283-acre park located in Ledyard, Connecticut. The park features a scenic overlook and hiking trails. Visitors can also enjoy hunting in the park during the designated season.
• Stratton Brook State Park – a 148-acre park located in Simsbury, Connecticut. The park features hiking trails, picnic areas, and a pond for fishing and swimming. Visitors can also enjoy winter sports such as ice skating and cross-country skiing.
• Sunnybrook State Park – a 464-acre park located in Torrington, Connecticut. The park features a pond for fishing and swimming, hiking trails, and picnic areas. Visitors can also enjoy winter sports such as ice fishing and cross-country skiing.
• Sunrise State Park – located in East Haddam, Connecticut, and features scenic views of the Connecticut River. The park covers an area of 143 acres and provides opportunities for hiking, picnicking, and fishing.
• Talcott Mountain State Park – located in the town of Simsbury and offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and a tower with panoramic views of the surrounding area. The park also has a museum dedicated to the Heublein Tower, which was once a summer home and now serves as an observation tower.
• Tri-Mountain State Park – located in the town of Durham and offers hiking trails with views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The park also features an observation tower, picnic areas, and a small pond for fishing.
• Trout Brook Valley State Park Reserve – located in the town of Weston and offers over 3,000 acres of wooded hills and valleys for hiking, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing. The park features numerous trails and scenic overlooks, as well as a waterfall and several ponds.
• Wadsworth Falls State Park – located in the town of Middletown and features a waterfall and swimming area on the Coginchaug River. The park also has hiking trails, picnic areas, and a campground.
• West Rock Ridge State Park – located in the town of New Haven and offers hiking trails, scenic overlooks, and a nature center with exhibits and educational programs. The park is home to numerous species of wildlife, including deer, fox, and hawks.
• Wharton Brook State Park – located in the town of Wallingford and features a pond for swimming and fishing, as well as a picnic area with grills and tables. The park also has hiking trails and a playground.
• Whittemore Glen State Park – located in the town of Naugatuck and offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and a stream for fishing. The park is also home to numerous species of wildlife, including deer, beavers, and otters.
• Windsor Meadows State Park – located in the town of Windsor and offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and a boat launch for non-motorized watercraft on the Connecticut River.
• Wooster Mountain State Park – located in the town of Danbury and offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and scenic overlooks. The park also has a small pond for fishing and a campground.

National Parks

• Appalachian National Scenic Trail
• Weir Farm National Historic Site

State & National Forests

■ Algonquin State Forest
■ American Legion State Forest
■ Camp Columbia State Park/State Forest
■ Centennial Watershed State Forest
■ Cockaponset State Forest
■ Enders State Forest
■ Housatonic State Forest
■ James L. Goodwin State Forest
■ Massacoe State Forest
■ Mattatuck State Forest
■ Meshomasic State Forest
■ Mohawk State Forest
■ Mohegan State Forest
■ Nassahegon State Forest
■ Natchaug State Forest
■ Nathan Hale State Forest
■ Naugatuck State Forest
■ Nehantic State Forest
■ Nepaug State Forest
■ Nipmuck State Forest
■ Nye-Holman State Forest
■ Pachaug State Forest
■ Paugnut State Forest
■ Paugussett State Forest
■ Peoples State Forest
■ Pootatuck State Forest
■ Quaddick State Forest
■ Salmon River State Forest
■ Shenipsit State Forest
■ Topsmead State Forest
■ Tunxis State Forest
■ Wyantenock State Forest