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Dennis Hill Picnic Shelter, CT

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Dennis Hill, a 240 acre estate, was gifted to the State of Connecticut in 1935 by Dr. Frederick Dennis, a noted New York surgeon. A unique summer pavilion located at an elevation of 1627 feet is a popular attraction that is available for rental for a wide variety of events. Haystack Mountain, Mt. Greylock, and the Green Mountains can be seen from the summit where this pavilion is in c
Status: Open through Wed Nov 11 2026   Season Dates
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Description

Dennis Hill, a 240 acre estate, was gifted to the State of Connecticut in 1935 by Dr. Frederick Dennis, a noted New York surgeon. A unique summer pavilion located at an elevation of 1627 feet is a popular attraction that is available for rental for a wide variety of events. Haystack Mountain, Mt. Greylock, and the Green Mountains can be seen from the summit where this pavilion is in c

Thu Jun 18 2026 - Sun May 16 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
Peak
Sat May 23 2026
Sat Oct 31 2026
Walk In
Sun Nov 01 2026
Wed Nov 11 2026
Within Park
  • Auto Touring/Scenic Rtes
  • Hiking
  • Hiking Trails
  • Jogging/Running
  • Mountain Biking
  • Parking
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Pavilion
  • Picnic Tables
  • Picnicing
  • Restroom
  • Trails, Hiking/Walking, Easy
  • Trails, Mountain Bike
  • Water Drinking
Within 10 Miles
  • ATM/CASH Machine
  • Catering
  • Church
  • Emergency Services
  • Grocery Store
  • Lodging, Group Facilities
  • Ranger Station
  • Restaurant
  • Retail Supplies
  • Town
Greater Than 10 Miles
  • Fuel, Vehicles
  • Hospital
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
41.95083, -73.19111
41°57'3"N, 73°11'28"W

CT Rte. 8 north to Exit #47 & jct. with Rte. U.S. 44 in Winsted. Turn right from exit ramp and go west on Rte 44 10 miles to Norfolk Center, then left on Conn. Rte #272. South on Rte 272 approximately 2.5 miles, park entrance on left.
Mailing Address:
Dennis Hill Picnic Shelter
385 BURR MOUNTAIN ROAD
TORRINGTON  CT  06790
Phone Number:
Information:  (860)482-1817
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