Description

The proximity of Stratton Brook to the Hartford metropolitan area has made it one of the better-known small parks in Connecticut. An impressive bike trail, shaded by white pines and traveling over scenic brooks, has replaced the railroad tracks that once ran through the park. Available for any manner of winter and summer sports, from cross-country skiing and ice skating to swimming, boating, and fishing, the park's biggest claim to fame is that it was the first park in the state to be completely wheelchair-accessible.

Geography:

Stratton Brook Picnic Shelter is located near the Hartford metropolitan area. The park was originally called Massacoe State Forest and was acquired to demonstrate forest fire control adjacent to railroads. In 1996, this park became Connecticut's first state park that is completely accessible by wheelchair.

Recreation:

Stratton Brook State Park is a designated Trout Park, so fishing is available. Other activities include biking, hiking, cross-country skiing, ice skating, field sports, picnicking, and swimming.

Facilities:

Park facilities include restrooms, changing rooms, picnic shelters and picnic tables, and seasonal interpretive displays.

Nearby Attractions:

Nearby are American Legion and Peoples State Forests, Penwood State Park, and Talcott Mountain State Park.

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

Season Schedule

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