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Day Pond Picnic Shelter, CT

Description
The pond, which is the central feature of Day Pond Picnic Shelter, was originally constructed by a pioneering family named Day. The water from the pond turned a large overshot waterwheel that powered the "up-and-down saw" of the family sawmill. Park visitors today will find only stone foundations as reminders of those colonial times. Day Pond is an attractive area for fishermen, since the pond is stocked with trout, and many visitors also enjoy swimming, hiking, and picnicking in this beautiful park.
Status: Open through Wed Nov 11 2026   Season Dates
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Description

The pond, which is the central feature of Day Pond Picnic Shelter, was originally constructed by a pioneering family named Day. The water from the pond turned a large overshot waterwheel that powered the "up-and-down saw" of the family sawmill. Park visitors today will find only stone foundations as reminders of those colonial times. Day Pond is an attractive area for fishermen, since the pond is stocked with trout, and many visitors also enjoy swimming, hiking, and picnicking in this beautiful park.

Geography:

Day Pond Picnic Shelter is located near Haddam.

Recreation:

Activities include hiking, pond fishing, picnicking, and swimming.

Facilities:

Park facilities include restrooms and picnic shelters.

Nearby Attractions:

State parks in the area include Devil's Hopyard State Park, Gay City State Park, and Haddam Meadows State Park.

Sun Nov 01 2026 - Thu Sep 30 2027

Reservations must be made 2 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 11 Month(s) in advance.


Season Schedule

Park Season
Start
End
Walk In
Tue Sep 08 2026
Wed Nov 11 2026
Walk In
Thu Apr 01 2027
Fri May 28 2027
Peak
Sat May 29 2027
Tue Sep 07 2027
Walk In
Wed Sep 08 2027
Thu Nov 11 2027
Within Park
  • Ada Accessible Fishing
  • Ada Accessible Picnic Area
  • Ada Accessible Restroom
  • Beach
  • Bike Riding
  • Biking
  • Bird Watching
  • Fishing
  • Flush Toilet
  • Gatehouse
  • Grills
  • Group Picnic Shelters
  • Hiking
  • Hiking Trails
  • Lake
  • Mountain Biking
  • Park Attendant
  • Parking
  • Paved Roads
  • Pavilion
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnicking
  • Restroom
  • Sandy Beaches
  • Scenery
  • Swimming
  • Trails
  • Wildlife Viewing
Within 10 Miles
  • Church Services
  • Convenience Store
  • Grocery Store
  • Laundry
  • Post Office
  • Restaurant
  • River Access
Greater Than 10 Miles
  • Hospital
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
41.55722, -72.41806
41°33'26"N, 72°25'5"W

Off Route 2: Take Exit 16 in Colchester. Follow Route 149S for 3 miles, and then take a hard right onto Peck Lane. Take a left onto Day Pond Road.
Mailing Address:
Day Pond Picnic Shelter
C/O EASTERN DISTRICT H. Q.
MARLBOROUGH  CT  06447
Phone Number:
Information:  (860)295-9523
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