Lyme, Connecticut
Top Spots in and near Lyme
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East Haddam, Connecticut
Explore Chapman Falls in Devil's Hopyard SP
4.3If you map to Chapman Falls in East Haddam, CT, you will be brought to a parking lot opposite from the waterfall in Devil's Hopyard, a beautiful Connecticut state park. Once there, it's only a few minute walk down a very clear trail to the base of the 60 foot falls. There's plenty of room to set ...Read more -
East Lyme, Connecticut
Hike Rocky Neck State Park Trail
5.02.5 mi / 141 ft gainRocky Neck State Park Trail is a 2.5 mile loop hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near East Lyme, Connecticut.Read more -
Colchester, Connecticut
Hike the Salmon River Trail, CT
3.57.4 mi / 770 ft gainThere are many ways to do this trail (following the blue blaze and blue/red blaze for spur to waterfall): From the Day Pond (Google Day Pond in Colchester and there will be brown signs that will direct you towards the Day Pond Parking Lot when you get close,) Do the loop, 5.4 milesOut & Back ...Read more -
Groton, Connecticut
Visit Avery Point Lighthouse
3.0Owned by the University of Connecticut this lighthouse is a short walk from the parking area. Though the grounds are open the tower is not. Avery Point offers panoramic ocean views. From this location you can also see New London Harbor Lighthouse & New London Ledge Light. You can also see t...Read more -
Middlesex County, Connecticut
Hike to Glen Falls
5.00.75 miAccessing Glen Falls may be a little tricky at first. Parking will be very minimal, you will park on Grist Mill Ln. Hop onto the road and you will see the trail map on the left side. The adventure begins when you cross the street and go through the gate with the yellow blaze symbol. Keep followin...Read more -
Groton, Connecticut
Hike the Bluff Point Loop
5.03.6 mi / 164 ft gainAre you looking for a casual stroll in the woods? Want relax by the water with a beer in your hands? Or looking to do some SUP or kayaking? This Coastal Reserve and state park in Groton, Connecticut is worth the visit! A popular destination for the locals, families, and travelers. The trails are ...Read more -
Groton, Connecticut
Hike Bluff Point State Park Eastern Loop
4.54.3 mi / 344 ft gainBluff Point State Park Eastern Loop is a 4.3 mile loop hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near Groton, Connecticut.Read more -
Groton, Connecticut
Hike Sheep Farm
3.01 mi / 91 ft gainSheep Farm is a 1 mile loop hike that takes you by a waterfall located near Groton, Connecticut.Read more -
Norwich, Connecticut
Explore Yantic Falls Historic District
0.3 mi / 26 ft gainThe Yantic Falls Historic District encompasses a historic mill and associated worker housing on Yantic Street in Norwich, Connecticut. The 10 acre area includes a complex of mill buildings arrayed along the Yantic River, and a group of three brick mill worker houses. Today, Yantic Falls is part d...Read more -
Groton, Connecticut
Hike Haley Farm Loop
5.02.7 mi / 193 ft gainHaley Farm Loop is a 2.7 mile loop hike that takes you past wildlife located near Groton, Connecticut.Read more -
Middletown, Connecticut
Explore Wadsworth Falls
5.00.25 miWhen it comes to exploring Wadsworth Falls its ease of access couldn't be better. As soon as you pull into the parking lot you hear the falls roaring. Take the quick walk to see the picturesque scenery.Facts about Wadsworth Falls:Height: 25ft tall and doubled in width Rock: Hampden Basalt -the ro...Read more -
Franklin, Connecticut
Hike Baileys Ravine at Ayer's Gap Preserve
1.6 mi / 314 ft gainIt's steep and rocky in the beginning but it levels out after a while! When standing in the parking lot, the trailhead is hidden! Look to the right. The trail ends on Ayer's Road so you have to walk back a little ways on the road.Read more -
Stonington, Connecticut
Hike River Road
4.03.9 mi / 55 ft gainRiver Road is a 3.9 mile point-to-point hike that takes you by a river located near Mystic, Connecticut.Read more -
Stonington, Connecticut
Hike Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center Trail
5.01.7 mi / 72 ft gainDenison Pequotsepos Nature Center Trail is a 1.7 mile loop hike that takes you by a river located near Mystic, Connecticut.Read more -
Franklin, Connecticut
Hike the Sprague Land Preserve Loop
3 miThe Sprague Land Preserve (also known as the Mukluk Preserve) was an incredible surprise. Whether it's hiking, fishing, or horseback riding it's a beautiful spot for anyone that can get there at sunrise and out before sunset when the gates close.You can easily get there by Google Mapping the name...Read more -
Ledyard, Connecticut
Lantern Hill Loop
4.02.58 mi / 387 ft gainLantern Hill in North Stonington, CT. has been one of my new favorite short hikes since I've been home for a long period of time. Interestingly enough, the trail I've noted is right next to the Foxwoods Casino. In fact, one of them is actually in the back parking lot of a resort. So plenty of pa...Read more
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Camping and Lodging in Lyme
East Lyme, Connecticut
Niantic / I-95 Exit 72 KOA Journey
The broad sandy beaches and salty blue waters of Long Island Sound are just minutes away from this new KOA, with free beach passes for ca...
Moodus, Connecticut
Getaway Machimoodus
The brand new Outpost in Moodus, CT, opens in time for winter. Make your escape to Getaway Machimoodus. 2 hrs from Boston, 2 hrs 30 mins ...
From $190 / night
North Stonington, Connecticut
Mystic KOA Holiday
Mystic KOA is located at the easternmost tip of Connecticut on the 250-year-old site of one of the area's first farms. This beautiful, hi...
Naugatuck, Connecticut
Hop Brook Lake Recreation Area
Overview
Hop Brook Lake Recreation Area is located within the towns of Middlebury, Naugatuck and Waterbury, Connecticut. Its 536 acres pr...
Thomaston, Connecticut
Northfield Brook Lake Group Shelters
Overview
Northfield Brook Lake Group Shelters are located along a small scenic lake in the Naugatuck Valley of west-central Connecticut.N...
Thompson, Connecticut
West Thompson Lake Campground
Overview
West Thompson Lake Campground is located near the wooded shoreline of its namesake lake in northeastern Connecticut. The natural...