Quinebaug River NRT – West Thompson Lake
25-30 free parking spaces at the West Thompson Lake Boat Ramp; you can drive down to the water to unload/load. Quinebaug River NRT – West Thompson Lake: Paddle around the…
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Park in small lots on either side of Fabyan-Woodstock Rd; carry is less than 250 feet. Fabyan to West Thompson Lake: This segment is within the West Thompson Lake project…
Read MoreQuinebaug River NRT – West Dudley to Fabyan
Launch for West Dudley Pond is adjacent to the parking area. There is vehicular access and a turn-around to drop off your boat and gear. Launch for the West Dudley…
Read MoreWillimantic River NRT – Eagleville Lake to Willimantic
Willimantic River NRT – Eagleville Lake to Willimantic: Parking for a few cars on river right (Coventry) or parking for 20 cars river left (Mansfield). Use Mansfield lot for put-in…
Read MoreWillimantic River NRT – River Park to Eagleville Lake, Mansfield
Willimantic River NRT – River Park to Eagleville Lake, Mansfield: 10+ spaces and a nicely landscaped circular drive for easy access unloading boats near the launch. River Park in Mansfield…
Read MoreWillimantic River NRT – Merrow Meadow to River Park
Willimantic River NRT – Merrow Meadow to River Park: Parking for 10 or more cars and a good location for a family outings with walking trails and a nicely maintained…
Read MoreWillimantic River NRT – Heron Cove to Merrow Meadow
Willimantic River NRT – Heron Cove to Merrow Meadow: Parking for many cars. Follow the paved road to the left, past the soccer fields to the boat launch parking area.…
Read MoreWillimantic River NRT – Stafford Springs to Heron Cove
Willimantic River NRT – Stafford Springs to Heron Cove: 15 spaces available on weekends only. This challenging segment is best run at medium to high water by experienced paddlers. Downed…
Read MoreWillimantic River National Recreation Water Trail (NRT) – An Overview
The Willimantic River National Recreation Water Trail provides more than 21 miles of paddling enjoyment and challenges with only one short portage. There are 3 major segments: the rapids and…
Read MoreQuinebaug River NRT – Butts Bridge to Aspinook Pond, Canterbury
Quinebaug River NRT – Butts Bridge to Aspinook Pond, Canterbury: Room for many cars. You can pull up right to the water’s edge. The landing is a nearly flat firm…
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