Connecticut State Parks

A secluded, forested park in Warren, CT, offering scenic views and peaceful nature.

A historic rail trail spanning over 50 miles for hiking, biking, and horseback riding.

A tranquil forest in northwestern Connecticut offering hiking, wildlife viewing, and peaceful natural scenery.

A scenic forest park along the Farmington River offering camping, fishing, and hiking.

A tranquil, undeveloped park featuring woodlands, a brook, and outdoor recreation.

A quiet, undeveloped woodland reserve in Lyme, Connecticut, perfect for peaceful nature exploration.

Historic iron furnace site showcasing Connecticut’s industrial past.

A serene park in Ridgefield offering pond views, hiking, and fishing.

A scenic state park known for its forests, ponds, and outdoor recreation.

A scenic park in Watertown, CT, featuring a pond, hiking, and family-friendly recreation.

A coastal park with trails, fishing, and stunning Long Island Sound views.

A scenic park known for hiking, picnicking, and striking rock formations.

A quiet, undeveloped park in East Haddam known for its open fields and scenic views.

A scenic park in Torrington with a large pond for swimming, boating, and fishing.

A historic, wooded park with hiking trails and a stone observation tower.

A serene state park known for its stunning waterfall and forested landscape.

A peaceful Connecticut forest with hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing.

A scenic state park in Killingworth, CT, known for its woodlands, pond, and historic covered bridge.

Connecticut's second largest state forest, offering diverse outdoor recreation in a scenic woodland setting.

A tranquil 1,017-acre park with woodlands, ponds, and outdoor recreation in western Connecticut.

A historic park featuring scenic train rides along the Connecticut River.

A secluded, boat-accessible island park on the Connecticut River ideal for fishing and picnicking.

A peaceful park in Colchester with a pond, waterfall, and family-friendly amenities.

A scenic hilltop park in Norfolk with panoramic views and picnic areas.

A scenic Connecticut park featuring waterfalls, hiking, and picnicking.

Dinosaur State Park preserves ancient dinosaur tracks and offers educational exhibits in Rocky Hill, Connecticut.

A riverside park in Haddam known for boating, picnicking, and eagle watching.

Enders State Forest features beautiful woodlands and multiple waterfalls in north-central Connecticut.

A scenic riverside park with tidal wetlands, hiking trails, and birdwatching opportunities.

A quiet, undeveloped park centered around a scenic pond, perfect for fishing and nature observation.

Historic battlefield park commemorating the 1781 Revolutionary War battle with monuments and a museum.

A historic waterfront park with a 19th-century fort and scenic river views.

A lakeside park with swimming, boating, fishing, and picnicking in Salem, Connecticut.

A scenic, historic woodland park with swimming, fishing, and hiking.

A quiet, undeveloped park with woodlands and river views in Haddam.

A quiet, undeveloped park with trails and river access in Southbury.

Gillette Castle State Park is home to a unique stone castle, scenic river views, and wooded trails.

A tranquil forest with a large pond, ideal for fishing, boating, and nature observation.

A protected wetland area featuring wildlife observation, fishing, and scenic natural beauty.

A boat-access-only island park on the Connecticut River, ideal for fishing, birdwatching, and picnicking.

A riverside park with meadows, picnic areas, and boat access on the Connecticut River.

A tranquil coastal park with historic farmland, meadows, and bike trails in Groton, CT.

Connecticut’s largest shoreline park with two miles of beach and abundant recreation.

A scenic shoreline park featuring gardens, a historic mansion, and sweeping views of Long Island Sound.

Haystack Mountain State Park features forested trails and a historic observation tower with sweeping views.

A serene state park centered around a scenic reservoir, perfect for fishing and relaxing.

A picturesque rail trail ideal for biking, walking, and enjoying Connecticut’s natural beauty.

A serene, undeveloped park on Gardner Lake ideal for hiking and fishing.

A tranquil state park with a large pond, camping, and historic sites.

A quiet, undeveloped park in Roxbury known for its natural beauty and peaceful setting.

A scenic riverside park known for camping, fishing, and hiking in northwestern Connecticut.

A secluded, undeveloped state park in Litchfield, CT, ideal for nature walks and fishing.

Hurd State Park features riverside woodlands, hiking trails, and scenic picnic areas along the Connecticut River.

A scenic riverside park in Shelton featuring a waterfall, swimming area, and picnic facilities.

A historic monument honoring General Israel Putnam in Brooklyn, Connecticut.

A quiet, undeveloped park offering scenic views and wildlife in North Canaan.

A scenic 2,000-acre forest offering hiking, fishing, and educational programs in Hampton, Connecticut.

A serene park in Torrington with picnic areas, fishing, and open green spaces.

A scenic state park famous for its dramatic waterfalls and tranquil picnic areas.

A scenic park on Lake Zoar offering camping, hiking, fishing, and swimming.

A serene, undeveloped park on Killingly Pond ideal for boating, fishing, and nature observation.

A picturesque state park on Lake Waramaug, ideal for swimming, boating, and camping.

A scenic, undeveloped park on the Metacomet Ridge with hiking and panoramic views.

A 10-mile multi-use rail trail for hiking, biking, and horseback riding in western Connecticut.

A picturesque park featuring cliffs, river views, and historic sites in New Milford.

A scenic park in Kent, CT, known for rugged trails, camping, and mountain views.

A scenic riverside park with trails, fishing, and panoramic views in East Haddam.

A scenic park with a large lake, offering boating, fishing, hiking, and picnicking.

A scenic park in Pomfret, CT, known for woodlands, streams, and the historic Wolf Den.

A serene forest retreat with hiking, fishing, and abundant nature in northeastern Connecticut.

A vast forest in western Connecticut offering hiking, fishing, and scenic views.

Connecticut’s oldest state forest, offering hiking, biking, and scenic vistas.

A riverside park with trails, fishing, and wildlife near Stamford and Greenwich.

A tranquil state park centered around a clear pond, ideal for fishing, paddling, and relaxation.

A secluded, boat-access-only island park on Gardner Lake, perfect for quiet recreation.

A scenic state park in Cornwall, CT, known for hiking, views, and winter activities.

A serene forest in eastern Connecticut with hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing.

A tranquil rail trail in eastern Connecticut for walking, biking, and horseback riding.

Mooween State Park is a serene woodland park in Lebanon, CT, known for its lake and outdoor recreation.

A secluded, undeveloped state park known for hiking and natural scenery in Washington, Connecticut.

A rugged, undeveloped park in Salisbury known for hiking and scenic vistas.

A scenic park with a historic tower, lake, and family-friendly recreation in the Litchfield Hills.

A scenic forest in Torrington featuring hiking, history, and outdoor recreation.

A tranquil forest offering fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing along the Housatonic River.

Penwood State Forest is a scenic woodland park atop Talcott Mountain with hiking, picnicking, and panoramic views.

A scenic woodland park along the Farmington River with hiking, fishing, and picnicking.

A serene, undeveloped park with scenic views and peaceful woodlands in Winchester, Connecticut.

A rustic, undeveloped park in Lebanon, CT, perfect for hiking and nature observation.

A scenic state forest with hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing in New Fairfield, Connecticut.

A peaceful riverside park in Groton featuring woodlands, wetlands, and wildlife viewing.

Connecticut’s oldest state park, preserving a Revolutionary War winter encampment.

Quaddick State Park is a lakeside destination in Thompson, CT, known for swimming, boating, and picnicking.

A serene park featuring a scenic lake, fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing.

A riverside park in North Haven offering fishing, paddling, and wildlife viewing along the Quinnipiac River.

A scenic park with river bluffs, woodlands, and panoramic Connecticut River views.

A quiet, scenic park in Newtown, CT, known for its woodlands and waterfall.

A popular coastal park with a sandy beach, salt marshes, and family-friendly amenities.

A serene state park with a pond, woodlands, and outdoor recreation in Killingly, Connecticut.

A scenic park in Hamden, CT, famous for its giant-shaped ridge and panoramic views.

A beautiful park featuring waterfalls, a covered bridge, and woodland trails.

A scenic park offering swimming, boating, fishing, and hiking on the shores of Squantz Pond.

A serene park featuring a picturesque pond, fishing, boating, and picnic areas.

A family-friendly park in Simsbury with swimming, fishing, and picnic facilities.

A serene park in Torrington featuring riverside trails, picnicking, and fishing.

A scenic park in Plainville offering sweeping views and peaceful woodlands.

A waterfront park connecting historic sites along the Thames River in New London and Groton.

A scenic state park with dramatic ridges, hiking trails, and panoramic views near New Haven.

A riverside park with a paved trail along the historic Windsor Locks Canal.

A riverside park in Windsor with trails, fishing, and picnic areas.