Indian Well Picnic Shelter
This is a day-use picnic shelter only, not an overnight campground. Open daily 8:00 a.m. to sunset. The park is closed to vehicular traffic from November through March but remains open for walk-in access. Reservations available through Reserve America.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 13 at 12:27AM EDT until August 13 at 1:15AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
SVROKX The National Weather Service in Upton NY has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Central Fairfield County in southern Connecticut... Northern Westchester County in southeastern New York... Northeastern Orange County in southeastern New York... Putnam County in southeastern New York... * Until 115 AM EDT. * At 1227 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Montgomery, or near Walden, moving east at 40 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to trees and power lines. * This severe thunderstorm will be near... Newburgh and New Windsor around 1235 AM EDT. Cold Spring around 1240 AM EDT. Mahopac around 1255 AM EDT.
Special Weather Statement issued August 13 at 12:44AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
At 1244 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Seymour to Wilton. Movement was southeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Bridgeport, New Haven, Norwalk, Milford, Shelton, Guilford, Southbury, New Canaan, Clinton, Middle Island, Port Jefferson, Newtown, Fairfield, Hamden, and Stratford.
Flood Advisory issued August 13 at 12:13AM EDT until August 13 at 3:15AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Northern Fairfield County in southern Connecticut... West Central New Haven County in southern Connecticut... Northeastern Orange County in southeastern New York... Putnam County in southeastern New York... * WHEN...Until 315 AM EDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1213 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Danbury, Newburgh, Southbury, Mahopac, Lake Carmel, Walden, West Point, Goshen, Sherman, Brewster, Cold Spring, Newtown, New Windsor, Ridgefield, Bethel, Brookfield, New Fairfield, Carmel and Gardnertown. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Indian Well Picnic Shelter is a day-use open-air pavilion located within Indian Well State Park on the western bank of the Housatonic River in Shelton, Connecticut. The 30x70-foot shelter can accommodate up to 100 people and is available for rental from 8:00 a.m. until one half-hour before sunset. All guests must depart before sunset; no overnight stays are permitted. The shelter is equipped with 10 picnic tables, two large grills, and a working fireplace. Restrooms are located approximately 250 feet away, parking is 150 feet away, and the beach/swimming area is about 300 feet from the shelter. A 15-amp electric hookup is available upon request. The park also offers hiking trails, river fishing, field sports, and boating via the on-site boat launch. Reservations are made through Reserve America and require at least 2 days advance notice, with availability up to 11 months ahead. The rental fee is $150 plus a $9 non-refundable reservation fee. Alcohol is prohibited. Amplified music, bounce houses, and other play equipment are not allowed. Pets are prohibited from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Directions
Located at 1 Indian Well Road, Shelton, CT 06484, on the western bank of the Housatonic River.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $150 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (203) 924-5907 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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