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See the West Thompson Lake website for additional information. Primary recreational opportunities are listed below.
Directions & Lake History/Factoid
Directions: From I-395 Exit 50, take CT 200 to CT 193 and follow signs.
Factoid: The natural setting surrounding West Thompson Lake is enjoyed year-round. Pleasing views
from the dam offer sightseers and photographers a panoramic view of the area. Visitors
will discover the biodiversity of nature as they explore our recreation areas.
Recreation features include: the West Thompson Lake Campground, hiking trails, the
Quinebaug River Water Trail (for canoes and kayaks), Disc Golf Course, picnic shelters,
hunting and fishing. Fees are required for some facilities. Campground reservations are
recommended. For up-to-date information, call (860) 923-2982.
Age & Disability Discount Passes
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Recreation Services Status
Please see the list below for USACE managed areas. Other parks run by state or private marinas are not included in the list below. Please contact the state or private marina for additional information.
Open
Partially Open
Closed
Status Unknown
2 Recreation areas at West Thompson Lake
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West Thompson Lake Campground
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Camping |
E | Electric Campsites |
N | Non-electric Campsites |
P | Primitive Campsites |
G | Group Camping |
D | Dump Station |
Fishing |
C | Fish Cleaning Stations |
D | Fishing Docks |
P | Fishing Piers |
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Picnic |
A | Picnic Area |
G | Group Picnic |
GS | Group Picnic Shelter |
Swimming |
BE | Beach |
P | Swimming Pool |
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Trails |
B | Bike Trails |
Q | Equestrian Trails |
H | Hiking Trails |
I | Hiking Trails - Interpretive |
R | Off Road Vehicle Trails |
F | Fitness Trails |
W | Water Trails |
S | Snow Mobile Trails |
CC | Cross Country Skiing Trails |
M | Multipurpose Trails |
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