🏖️ Lake / Reservoir
🟢 Easy Free Entry
🌊 About Lake Waramaug State Park
A scenic, historically named lake (after a Wyantenock tribal chief) offering swimming alongside camping, a 7-mile shoreline path for walking or biking, and boat rentals.
📋 Visit Details
Water Temperature
💧 Cool-to-warm lake water
Water Type
7-mile-shoreline lake with camping and swim access
Managed By
Connecticut DEEP (Lake Waramaug SP)
County
Litchfield County, Connecticut
🗺️ Getting There
Address / Access Point:
30 Lake Waramaug Rd, New Preston, CT 06777
Access Notes:
Easy, developed access; popular for camping, biking the shoreline, and canoe/kayak rental in addition to swimming
✅ Before You Go — Checklist
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Check current water conditions — especially after recent rain
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Save GPS coordinates offline before leaving — cell service may be limited
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Pack reef-safe sunscreen, dry bag, water shoes and plenty of drinking water
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Tell someone where you are going before heading to a remote location
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Pack out everything you bring in — leave no trace