Candlewood Lake Parks and Hiking
There are many opportunities for you to enjoy a nice day in the park or a hike through the woods around Candlewood Lake, CT. Listed below you will find the Candlewood Lake parks and hiking trails, listed by town, that are available on and around the lake.
Brookfield Parks
Brookfield Town Beach
Brookfield Town Beach features picnic areas, a concession stand, and basketball and volleyball courts, in addition to swimming. The beach opens Memorial Day and stays open until Labor Day, but swimming is available only to town residents and their guests. Season passes are available for resident families from the Brookfield Parks and Recreation Office.
460 Candlewood Lake Rd,
Brookfield, CT 06804
Still River Greenway
The Still River Greenway is a multi-use trail and greenway along the Still River in Brookfield, Connecticut. With both phases complete, the trail runs from the Brookfield Municipal Center, to the Brookfield Town Center and is completely paved.
65 Silvermine Rd,
Brookfield, CT 06804
Danbury Parks
Candlewood Town Park
Candlewood Town Park is in the town of Danbury, and includes playgrounds, picnic tables, boat docks, benches and a concession stand, in addition to a 600-foot swimming beach. The Candlewood Town Park beach typically has three lifeguards on duty between Memorial Day and Labor Day, though hours vary.
36 E. Hayestown Rd,
Danbury, CT 06811
Latins Cove State Boat Launch on Candlewood Lake
Capacity: 100
8 Forty Acre Mountain Road,
Danbury, CT 06811
Bear Mountain Reservation
Bear Mountain is situated on 140 acres of land with an outlook, a ranger cottage and parking area. Come explore a hiking trail at this beautiful dog-friendly destination.
Bear Mountain Road,
Danbury, CT 06811
Tarrywile Park & Mansion
23-room Victorian-era mansion on grounds that feature gardens, trails, ponds & picnic areas.
70 Southern Blvd,
Danbury, CT 06811
New Fairfield Parks
Squantz Pond State Park and Boat Launch
Squantz Pond State Park is the only state park on Squantz Pond or Candlewood Lake. The beach, swim area and main park grounds, along with hiking trails along the Pootatuck State Forest, are along the shores of Squantz Pond, which is adjacent to Candlewood. Squantz Pond State Park has a boat launch, giving visitors access to boating on Squantz Pond. Be aware, that Squantz Pond's boat launch has a limited number of parking spaces (25) for vehicles and also limits the horsepower of boats launching on Squantz Pond to 25 horsepower. Please visit the CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection's Squantz Pond State Park web page for detailed information on the Park, including hours and entrance fees.
178 Shortwoods Road,
New Fairfield, CT 06812
203.312.5023
Squantz Cove State Boat Launch on Candlewood Lake
Capacity: 100
Route 39,
New Fairfield, CT 06812
Visit Squantz Cove DEP Website
New Fairfield Town Park at Candlewood Lake
Swimming facility with restrooms, changing areas, extended snack bar and a picnic area overlooking the water.
Hours: Daily 10:30am - 6:30pm
180 Rte. 39,
New Fairfield, CT 06812
203.312.5633
Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Research Center
Established in 2016, the Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to biodiversity conservation, applied ecological research, experiential environmental education, and passive outdoor recreation.
255 Route 37,
New Fairfield, CT 06812
203.546.7789
New Milford Parks
Lyn Demming Park
Located on the shore of Candlewood Lake's New Milford Bay, Lynn Deming Park has a beach open to swimming between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Lifeguards are on duty, though hours vary. Access is limited to residents of New Milford, their guests and nonresidents with a valid day pass.
134 Candlewood Lake Road,
North New Milford, CT 06776
860.355.6050
Dikes Point Recreation Area
Carry/car-top launch for kayaks, canoes etc. only - this park does not have a boat ramp. New Hours and Reservation System for Dikes Point in New Milford. FirstLight to Require Reservations for Park Access.
117 Old Town Park Rd,
New Milford, CT 06776
860.354.8840
Harrybrooke Park & Harden House Museum
A 48-acre non-profit park great for events, parties, quiet walks, jogging, riding bikes or a quiet walk in the gated garden. Also on property is the Harden House Museum.
100 Still River Dr,
New Milford, CT 06776
860.354.8840
Sherman Parks
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