CT Outdoors Last Updated: March 2023

Connecticut does outdoor adventure really well. So get out and take in our 110 state parks, 32 state forests, and literally hundreds of outdoor activities.

Hiking and Biking

Hike and bike like you mean it. Below, find a few handy guides to the best treks.

Hiking (and Biking) with a View

Top 10 Hiking Trails

Bike Trails for Every Speed

Saltwater Hikes

Mountain Biking at Its Best

Peaceful Hikes for Every County

Best Bike Rides

Towns for Hiking Getaways

Go fish! Connecticut offers great spots for both inland and coastal fishing. Check out a few highlights below.

Captain Seth Sportfishing Fleet

Captain Morgan's Boat Training & Charters, LLC

Housatonic Anglers

Tankerhoosen Valley

Blue Venture Fishing Charters

Islander Sport Fishing Charters

Flying Connie Fishing Charters

Salmon River State Forest

Black Hawk

Nightjack Sportsfishing

Bantam Lake

Terry Baksay Fishing Enterprises

Centennial Watershed State Forest

Inland Fishing Guide

Shoreline Fishing

Chill with your toes in the sand at Connecticut's beaches. Below are a few highlights.

Hammonasset Beach State Park

Rocky Neck State Park

Ocean Beach Park

Jennings Beach

Branford Point Beach

Harvey's Beach

Penfield Beach

So many ways to get out and enjoy the water. Try kayaking, sailing, jet skiing, canoeing, paddleboarding, tubing, rafting...the list is endless.

Lakeside Watersports

New England Watersports

Black Hall Outfitters

Onrust

Main Stream Canoes & Kayaks

Brownstone Adventure Sports Park

Collinsville Canoe & Kayak

Clarke Outdoors

New England Science & Sailing

SoundWaters

Sea Kayak Connecticut

Mystic Boat Adventures LLC

Connecticut Watersports

Ways to Get Out on the Water

Connecticut's Best Swimming Holes

Rent a Boat to See the Best of Connecticut

Things to Do at Connecticut’s Waterfalls

Connecticut’s state parks are waiting for you. Explore the highlights below and find a full list here.

Gillette Castle State Park

Trout Brook Valley State Park Reserve

Talcott Mountain State Park

Bigelow Hollow State Park

Dinosaur State Park

Macedonia Brook State Park

Farmington Canal State Park Trail

Auerfarm State Park Scenic Reserve

Mount Tom State Park

Lovers Leap State Park

Machimoodus State Park

Kent Falls State Park

Harkness Memorial State Park

Equestrian in Connecticut

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Ultimate Connecticut Fall Foliage Road Trip Guide

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Urban Hikes & Trails in Connecticut

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CT Sports

From Yale University football to world-class golf tournaments, high-scoring college sports to high-energy professional

CT Wellness

Relax to the max in Connecticut. Luxury spas, retreat centers, and therapeutic nature experiences are just a step away.

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