Paddling
Litchfield Connecticut has plenty of places for paddling canoes and kayaks
4 places to visit
Mount Tom State Park
Route 202 at Mount Tom Road Washington Depot, CT 06794 860-567-8870 Non-motorized boating, along with swimming and fishing, are done at this park, named for the mountain within its boundaries. - Park Map (PDF)
American Legion & Peoples State Forests
Between Center Hill Road (CT Route 181) and East River Road Barkhamsted, CT 06063 860-379-2469 Canoeing and Kayaking are done on the west band of the Farmington River, which runs through these state forests. - Trail Map (PDF) - Campground Map (PDF)
Lake McDonough Recreation Area
Route 219 Barkhamsted, CT 06063 860-379-3036 Boating and paddling are done on this small, easy-to-reach lake at a day-use park. Boating and shore fishing are done late April- Labor Day. Boats are available to rent.
Squantz Pond State Park
178 Short Woods Road New Fairfield, CT 06810 203-312-5023 Boating is done at this pretty pond, along with swimming, fishing, and other water sports. - Hiking Map (PDF)