West Thompson Lake

Pleasing views from the dam offer sightseers and photographers a panoramic view of the area. Explore the biodiversity of nature on the lake and trails. Fishermen love this 200-acre lake created by impounding the Quinebaug River. The seasonal campground offers some sites with water and electricity. The 18-hole disc golf course is very popular. Hiking trails, boating, canoeing, restrooms with showers, and group picnic shelters are included in the amenities. Interpretive programs. Snowmobile use is permitted in winter.

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Nathan Hale State Forest

Creaser Park Nature Trail features a 2 miles round trip hike, easy to moderate, limited handicapped access to pond. Trail leads across meadow, along the Skunkamug River, around pond, through varied forest terrain, has over 40 species of birds; retrace your steps to parking lot.

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Mooween State Park

The name Mooween” means brown bear in Algonquin. Several points of interest on the trails include the remains of the former boys camp and the foundation and chimney stack of the 300-year old Granny Austin Tavern. Boating, fishing, and hiking.”

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