Beachdale Pond – Pachaug State Forest/Chapman Area
Boating & fishing at 46 acre Beachdale Pond with trailered launch, 8 mph limit. Handicapped fishing platform. Largemouth bass, trout, perch. Paddling, too. Some fees at this forest.
Read MoreRoss Pond – Old Furnace State Park
There are 2 ponds here’ smaller northern is Upper Ross (or Half Hill Pond). The larger is 31-acre Ross Pond with car-top/carry-in boat ramp, frequesntly stocked for trout fishing from…
Read MoreNipmuck State Forest
Nipmuck State Forest, adjoining Bigelow Hollow, is 3 bodies of water for pond fishing, paddling & scuba diving. Bigelow Pond (20+ acres) has launch for trailered boats, no internal combustion…
Read MoreNatchaug State Forest/Natchaug River
Natchaug State Forest/Natchaug River is a 13,200 acre park which spreads over 6 towns. Rivers & ponds offer varied paddles & fishing, including Natchaug River, a designated Trout Park” stocked…
Read MoreRed Cedar Lake – Mooween State Park
Red Cedar Lake is a 125-acre Red Cedar Lake welcoming boating, paddling & fishing. No developed launch, informal car-top only. Largemouth bass, pickerel, perch & more. No fee.
Read MoreBrimfield State Forest/Dean Pond Recreation Area
Dean Pond Recreation Area, located in the western portion of Brimfield State Forest (off Rte. 20) has 100 linear feet of beach and swimming. A pavilion, comfort station and picnic…
Read MoreSpaulding Pond – Mohegan Park
Spaulding Pond – Mohegan Park is a 14-acre pond with a bass management, trout park, catfish & community fishing area welcomes you to catch them all. Swimming is allowed in…
Read MoreAlbert E. Moss Wildlife Sanctuary
Park at Town Hall/Community Center. Cross street to stairs by apartments for entrance. 135 acre natural area with 2.15 miles on 2 loop trails (blazed white). See wildlife while walking…
Read MoreRiverside Park/Heritage Way Park
N. Grosvenordale River Walk/Park offers a walk through historic mill village, along French River and pond. It’s an easy 3.2 miles round-trip (1 hour, 20 minutes). Mostly paved, with crushed…
Read MoreMerrow Meadow Park
Merrow Meadow Park offers an easy 0.57 mile loop trail follows the east side of the Willimantic River, with interpretive signs, handicapped accessible fishing pad. (0.32 miles are paved, 0.25…
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