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Notice:: Day passes for out of state visitors should be purchased upon arrival at the park since many parks close to capacity on a frequent basis during the summer. Purchasing a pass in advance does not guarantee entry once a park is closed to capacity.

Bigelow Hollow Day Pass, CT

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GENERAL PARK INFORMATION

Bigelow Hollow State Park Webpage
Bigelow Hollow State Park office - 860-684-3430

Additional information can be found at the following links:
CT State Parks
Friends of Connecticut State Parks

Visitors arriving in out-of-state registered vehicles are required to pay daily parking fees at this park location from April 1- October 31.

Parking passes should be purchased upon arrival to the park. Parking passes are valid on the day of purchase only. Visitors should not pre-pay for parking passes as it does not ensure that a parking space will be available if a park fills to capacity, and the pass will not be valid for future visits.

Passes are non-transferable and non-refundable.

When the ticket booth at the park entrance is not open, visitors in out-of-state registered vehicles are still obligated to pay their parking fee online.

There are no fees for visitors entering in Connecticut-registered vehicles, as the vehicle owner has already paid a small fee included in their motor vehicle registration. This fee directly supports our State Parks and Forests; therefore, daily parking fees are now eliminated for vehicles with Connecticut license plates. More information is available at Passport to the Parks

Bigelow Hollow State Park is open from 8 am to sunset. Alcohol is prohibited at this park. The possession and/or consumption of alcohol is not allowed within the park. Cannabis (Marijuana) is also prohibited on all State of Connecticut property. Pets must be on a leash - no longer than 7 feet - at all times.

There are no designated swimming areas within Bigelow Hollow State Park. The water is not tested for quality or indicator bacteria. Bigelow Pond and Mashapaug Lake are not monitored for steep drop-offs or other hazards. There are no lifeguards at the park. Visitors planning to swim should visit one of our parks with a designated swim area instead.

Out-of-State Vehicle Fees:
Weekends and Holidays: $15
Weekdays: $10
Status: Open through Sat Oct 31 2026   Season Dates
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Description

GENERAL PARK INFORMATION

Bigelow Hollow State Park Webpage
Bigelow Hollow State Park office - 860-684-3430

Additional information can be found at the following links:
CT State Parks
Friends of Connecticut State Parks

Visitors arriving in out-of-state registered vehicles are required to pay daily parking fees at this park location from April 1- October 31.

Parking passes should be purchased upon arrival to the park. Parking passes are valid on the day of purchase only. Visitors should not pre-pay for parking passes as it does not ensure that a parking space will be available if a park fills to capacity, and the pass will not be valid for future visits.

Passes are non-transferable and non-refundable.

When the ticket booth at the park entrance is not open, visitors in out-of-state registered vehicles are still obligated to pay their parking fee online.

There are no fees for visitors entering in Connecticut-registered vehicles, as the vehicle owner has already paid a small fee included in their motor vehicle registration. This fee directly supports our State Parks and Forests; therefore, daily parking fees are now eliminated for vehicles with Connecticut license plates. More information is available at Passport to the Parks

Bigelow Hollow State Park is open from 8 am to sunset. Alcohol is prohibited at this park. The possession and/or consumption of alcohol is not allowed within the park. Cannabis (Marijuana) is also prohibited on all State of Connecticut property. Pets must be on a leash - no longer than 7 feet - at all times.

There are no designated swimming areas within Bigelow Hollow State Park. The water is not tested for quality or indicator bacteria. Bigelow Pond and Mashapaug Lake are not monitored for steep drop-offs or other hazards. There are no lifeguards at the park. Visitors planning to swim should visit one of our parks with a designated swim area instead.

Out-of-State Vehicle Fees:
Weekends and Holidays: $15
Weekdays: $10

Booking Window
Daily Entrance - Weekday
Fri Jun 05 2026 - Fri Jun 05 2026

Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 0 Day(s) in advance.

Daily Entrance - Weekend & Holiday
Fri Jun 05 2026 - Fri Jun 05 2026

Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 0 Day(s) in advance.

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Wed Apr 01 2026
Sat Oct 31 2026
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Getting There
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
41.99186, -72.13003
41°59'31"N, 72°7'48"W

Bigelow Hollow is located on Route 171 and can be reached via I-84. Take Exit 73 or 74, then follow Route 190 east to Route 171 east to the park entrance.
Parking is not allowed outside the park entrance on Route 171.
Contact Information
Mailing Address:
Bigelow Hollow Day Pass
298 Bigelow Hollow Road
Union  CT  06076
Phone Number:
Project Office: (860)684-3430
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