Discover 14 parks for boating within driving distance of New London
"As the home of the park, New London offers visitors easy access to the waterfront, museums, and local dining, making it a convenient starting point for exploring the Thames River Heritage Park."
A waterfront park connecting historic sites along the Thames River in New London and Groton.
"New London visitors appreciate the park’s lakeside setting for family outings, picnics, and water activities close to the coast."
A lakeside park with swimming, boating, fishing, and picnicking in Salem, Connecticut.
"New London visitors appreciate the park’s peaceful pond and recreational opportunities, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway."
A tranquil state park with a large pond, camping, and historic sites.
"New London residents visit Minnie Island for a relaxing escape and to enjoy the scenic waters of Gardner Lake."
A secluded, boat-access-only island park on Gardner Lake, perfect for quiet recreation.
"New London visitors can enjoy a scenic day trip inland to explore the island’s natural beauty and riverfront activities."
A boat-access-only island park on the Connecticut River, ideal for fishing, birdwatching, and picnicking.
"New London visitors appreciate the park's calm waters and natural setting for family outings."
A serene park featuring a scenic lake, fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing.
"New London is a coastal city with maritime attractions. Visitors come to Ross Pond State Park for freshwater recreation and peaceful woodland escapes."
A serene state park with a pond, woodlands, and outdoor recreation in Killingly, Connecticut.
"New London visitors enjoy the park’s tranquil setting, perfect for fishing, picnicking, and escaping the city bustle."
A riverside park with meadows, picnic areas, and boat access on the Connecticut River.
"New London residents come to Mansfield Hollow for its fishing, boating, and peaceful natural environment away from the coast."
A scenic park with a large lake, offering boating, fishing, hiking, and picnicking.
"A coastal city with maritime heritage, New London visitors come to Eagle Landing for a change of scenery and to enjoy the Connecticut River."
A riverside park in Haddam known for boating, picnicking, and eagle watching.
"New London visitors can take a short drive inland to experience freshwater boating and wildlife viewing."
A serene, undeveloped park on Killingly Pond ideal for boating, fishing, and nature observation.
"New London residents find Hurd State Park a convenient spot for outdoor recreation and riverside relaxation, just a short drive away."
Hurd State Park features riverside woodlands, hiking trails, and scenic picnic areas along the Connecticut River.
"New London visitors enjoy the park's picnic areas and peaceful reservoir, ideal for a relaxing day outdoors."
Quaddick State Park is a lakeside destination in Thompson, CT, known for swimming, boating, and picnicking.
"New London residents often make the trip to Bigelow Hollow for hiking and picnicking in a forested setting."
A scenic state park known for its forests, ponds, and outdoor recreation.