Burr Pond Picnic Shelter
Closed — Closed for the season through March 31, 2026. Reopens April 1, 2026 for day use only. Peak season runs from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Reservations available via ReserveAmerica starting January 3, 2026 for dates through November 27, 2026.
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 3 at 9:03AM EST until March 4 at 5:00AM EST by NWS Albany NY
* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations between 1 and 3 inches with locally 3 to 4 inches in the southern Green Mountains and foothills of the southern Adirondacks. Ice accumulations up to two tenths of an inch. * WHERE...Northwestern Connecticut, western Massachusetts, Taconics and the Lake George Saratoga region of eastern New York, and southern Vermont. * WHEN...From noon today to 5 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will likely impact today's evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow overspreads the region this afternoon, before mixing with sleet and freezing rain later this afternoon into this evening. Precipitation will taper off late tonight.
About
Burr Pond Picnic Shelter sits within Burr Pond State Park in western Connecticut's Northwest Hills region. The park surrounds an 85-acre man-made pond created in 1851 when Milo Burr dammed the confluence of several mountain streams to power local industry. The site gained historic significance as the location of the world's first condensed milk factory, and today a bronze tablet marks the former mill site just below the falls. The pavilion-style picnic shelter can accommodate up to 80 people and is available for day use reservations only through ReserveAmerica. No overnight camping is permitted. Park facilities include restrooms, a boat launch, food concessions during peak season, and multiple picnic areas. The pond offers opportunities for swimming at a designated beach area, fishing for sunfish and other freshwater species, and non-motorized boating including canoe and kayak rentals from Memorial Day to Labor Day. A 2.5-mile hiking trail loops around the pond through varied forest terrain suitable for beginners. The park also offers opportunities for birdwatching, wildlife viewing, photography, and mountain biking. During winter months when facilities are closed, the area is used for cross-country skiing and ice skating. Note that parking is limited and the park may close to new arrivals once capacity is reached, even for shelter reservations.
Directions
Off Route 8 North: Exit 46. At the end of the ramp, turn left onto Pinewoods Road. At the first stop sign, turn left onto Winsted Road. Follow Winsted Road for approximately 1 mile, and turn right at the blinking yellow light marked with a park sign. The park is 1 mile down on the left.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $220 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (860) 482-1817 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
Community Posts
No posts yet. Be the first to share your experience!