Directions and Factoids
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.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Recreation Services Status
The list below includes Recreation Services Status of USACE managed areas (lines that contain the Corps Castle icon). Others, such as state or private marina operators, run additional parks. Please contact those agencies or individuals for information on the areas they manage.
Open
Partially Open
Closed
Status Unknown
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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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