🏊 Natural Swimming
🟢 Easy Free Entry
🌊 About Day Pond State Park
A quieter eastern Connecticut pond offering a simpler, less-crowded swim option compared to the more heavily trafficked Litchfield Hills waterfalls.
📋 Visit Details
Water Temperature
💧 Cool pond water
Water Type
Small pond with swim area
Managed By
Connecticut DEEP (Day Pond SP)
County
New London County, Connecticut
🗺️ Getting There
Address / Access Point:
106 Day Pond Rd, Colchester, CT 06415
Access Notes:
Easy, developed pond access
✅ 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