Albert E. Moss Forest

Rtes. 195 & 275
, CT

A wildlife and wildflower sanctuary serving as an outdoor classroom for UConn students and as a nature wonderland for the general public.

Bigelow Hollow State Park

Rte. 197
, CT
860 928 9200

A scenic natural woodland around Mashapaug Lake made up of 513 acres. The recreation area in Bigelow Hollow was established in 1949 by the State Park and Forest Commission.

Bluff Point State Park & Coastal Reserve

Depot Road
, CT
860 444 7591
860 444 9201 fax

Bluff Point is the last remaining significant piece of undeveloped land along the Connecticut coastline. Jutting out into the Long Island Sound, this wooded peninsula measuring one and one-half miles long by one mile wide encompasses over 800 acres.

Day Pond State Park

Day Pond Road
, CT

Visitors to Day Pond State Park will find the stone foundation reminders of the colonial era when water from the pond powered the nearby sawmill. Now stocked with trout, Day Pond is an attractive area for fishermen.

Devil's Hopyard State Park

366 Hopyard Road
, CT

Could the round holes in the falls really be the work of the devil? Or, just nature and water making their mark for future generations? Visit Devil's Hopyard and find your own answer to this age-old mystery.

Fenton-Ruby Park & Wildlife Preserve

Burma Road
, CT

Over 4 miles of hiking on 4 marked trails on 300 acres. Maps available at information kiosk. Taylor Pond Trail has marked natural points of interest with descriptive information in a printed trail guide available at the trailhead.

Gillette Castle State Park

67 River Road
, CT
860 526 2336

It looks like a medieval fortress, but a step inside the stone castle reveals the built-in couches, table trackway, and woodcarvings that all point to the creative genius that was William Gillette.

Haley Farm State Park

Brook Street
, CT
860 444 7591

Preserved open space used for passive recreational purposes. A 0.8 mile bike trail winds its way through the scenic old shoreline farm. The Haley Farm Bike Trail is part of a 7 1/2 mile town-owned bikeway routed from Mystic to Groton on local roadways.

Harkness Memorial State Park

275 Great Neck Road
, CT
860 443 5725
860 443 3789 fax

Enjoy the panoramic view of Long Island Sound from Eolia the elegant summer mansion of the Harkness family set on over 230 seaside acres of sweeping lawns with stately trees and spectacular Gardens.Fishing and picnic area. Tours of mansion available in summer. Eolia is available for weddings private parties seminars conferences luncheons and teas from March 1 to December 23. For complete information visit our web site.

Hopeville Pond State Park

193 Roode Road
, CT
860 376 2920

Visitors can fish swim or camp on the serene shores of Hopeville Pond. The site which once boasted several successful mill operations offers a fine mix of quality recreation and local history.

Horse Pond State Park

Route 85
, CT

Located on Route 85 in Salem Handicap accessible

Howard T. Brown Memorial Park

100 Chelsea Harbor Dr
, CT
860 823 3798

park in downtown norwich

James V. Spignesi Jr. Wildlife Management Area

Route 97
, CT
860 928 6121
860 963 2656 fax

Pheasant deer and small game hunting. 441 acres

Kentford Farm

297 New London Turnpike
, CT
860 572 7299

Kentford Farm is a 5-acre collection of perennial gardens connected by winding pathways that artfully combine mature trees and plantings with more recently established gardens. Perfect for garden strolls, special occasions, and private parties.

Laurel Sanctuary

Rte. 190
, CT

Leisurely walk amidst bowers of flowering laurel in June or July.

Lester B. Williams Memorial Forest

Herrick Road
, CT

A circular 1.5 mile blue-blazed trail maintained by E CT Forest Landowners Assoc. Trail map in mailbox by sign.

Mansfield Hollow State Park

Bassetts Bridge Road
, CT
860 455 9057

Numerous hiking trails open year-round. A wonderful place for small boats, kayaking & canoeing as well as fishing. Information & maps available at friends of www.friendsofmansfieldhollow.org.

Merrow Meadow Park

Clover Mill Road
, CT

Self-guided nature trail with educational stations. Handicap accessible for 1/3 mile. Maintained by Town of Mansfield.

Mohegan Park & Memorial Rose Garden

Judd Street
, CT
860 823 3798
860 823 3788 fax

The Mohegan Park Rose Garden features 1500 rose bushes, 120 varieties in full bloom starting in June and continuing through the summer. Swimming, picnicking, children's playground, bass and catfish fishing, and walking paths.

Mohegan State Forest

Rte. 97
, CT

Typical eastern Connecticut woodland. 395 acres