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Penwood State Park

Tourist attraction • Park • State park

This park provides a wooded trail system, a scenic overlook, lakeside paths & picnic areas. People often mention trail, park, trails, great, nice,

Address

560 Simsbury Rd, Bloomfield, CT 06002, United States

Website

www.ct.gov

Contact

+1 860-242-1158

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (360 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 6:30 am to 8 pm
  • Wednesday: 6:30 am to 8 pm
  • Thursday: 6:30 am to 8 pm
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 6:30 am to 8 pm, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 6:30 am to 8 pm
  • Sunday: (Easter), 6:30 am to 8 pm, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 6:30 am to 8 pm

Featured Reviews

Frequently mentioned in reviews: trail (9) park (8) trails (7) great (7) nice (6)
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  • 4/5 Krystal M. 2 years ago on Google • 34 reviews
    Couldn't find the beginning to the yellow trail but eventually crossed over to it using a path that connects trails. Beautiful hike! Up and down hills. Really got a workout! Brought my two kids - 7&9 they had no problems.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍
  • 5/5 Bob B. 1 year ago on Google • 604 reviews
    Always a good time at this park. Is there an easier way to access the picnic area, other than hiking in from points south? The eastern entrance by the park headquarters is accessible from Gun Mill Road. Gun Mill is listed as a private road. You have this lovely picnic area, which canno tbe enjoyed by all.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍
  • 4/5 D G. 1 year ago on Google • 137 reviews
    Decent hike, and great place to take your dog(s). It was nice that they had a picnic table at the summit! We took the yellow and blue blaze trails which had a nice vista and a lake. Not too challenging, so would be fine for the kids and beginners. Plenty of parking, and there's a porta-potty and trash can.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍
  • 5/5 Avi S. 1 year ago on Google
    Fabulous park. I can't believe we've never come here. The parking lot was super packed and the trails were not. Plenty of room for everyone and loads of options and difficulties. Good for family fun also. Many great hikes of various difficulty levels
    3 people found this review helpful 👍
  • 5/5 Jen L. 9 months ago on Google • 303 reviews
    Yellow trail is great. Peaceful and trail is well marked
    1 person found this review helpful 👍
  • 1/5 C. Omer R. 1 year ago on Google
    Worst state park in CT. The road through the park is blocked in the middle. Good side entrance and section is reserved for park management use while the terrible huge pot holes side is for public use.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍
  • 5/5 Arjun R. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful scenery and great for hiking. My friends and I have a tradition of coming here every year during the summer for a picnic and we come to this same place every time. Definitely the best park in the state.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍
  • 5/5 Saurin P. 5 years ago on Google • 44 reviews
    Beautiful place to hike, picnic or even pick a spot and read a book. Away from the city yet very easily accessible.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍
  • 5/5 Justin S. 6 years ago on Google • 13 reviews
    I hadn't really hiked before so this was my first time and it was an awesome experience. The trail was a great distance for anyone looking to start out and was long enough to be a challenge and get a great workout. I definitely recommend for anyone looking to enjoy nature while getting some cardio.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍
  • 4/5 Amber L. 8 months ago on Google • 98 reviews
    Lovely spot for some decent hikes. But was very buggy when we were there. It had rained recently but I recommend bringing bug spray for sure. Bunch of trails that are on All Trails Map too.
  • 5/5 Paul N. 4 years ago on Google • 63 reviews
    Quiet and secluded. Restrooms are impeccable. Plenty of trees and grass. Great for dogs and children. Adults can have a good time too.
  • 5/5 Kristen G. 6 months ago on Google • 26 reviews
    Beautiful hiking trails and gorgeous views! Very dog-friendly.
  • 5/5 C G. 2 years ago on Google
    Watch out for Wild animals. Perfect for a nice peaceful walk. Not heavily trafficked.
  • 3/5 Dave B. 1 year ago on Google
    Potentially nice park but there are no trail maps or signs and the main path that is adjacent to a lake has some trip hazards due to drains that stick odly out of the ground. Hard to recommend this place for a run or bike, but fine for a walk.
  • 5/5 Natasha H. 1 year ago on Google
    Having recently taking up hiking, we visited Penwood State Park. The trail is nice. There are a few off trails, but since this was our first time we stayed on the Inner trail. We did see quite a few people and we started around 8am. The trail around is about 11 miles, but we only walked about 3.
  • 5/5 Drew J. 1 year ago on Google • 2 reviews
    Pinewood has been my backyard for my entire life and the trails have great views. If you are looking for a nice walk through the woods with some hills for cardio, this is the place to go! There is a cool pond at the top of the trail. Check it out! I love it! Great place to ride a mountain bike too!

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Amenities

  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Activities
    • ✓️ Hiking
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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