Hopeville Pond Picnic Shelter
Open for reservations. This is a day-use picnic shelter only, not overnight camping. Peak season runs April 10 through October 12; extended season continues through December 31. Shelter access ends 30 minutes before sunset. Alcohol is permanently banned; amplified music and bounce houses are prohibited.
Flood Watch issued September 13 at 2:07AM EDT until September 13 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of southern Connecticut, including the following areas, Northern Middlesex, Northern New London, Southern Fairfield, Southern Middlesex, Southern New Haven and Southern New London and southeast New York, including the following areas, Northeast Suffolk, Northern Nassau, Northwest Suffolk, Southeast Suffolk, Southern Nassau and Southwest Suffolk. * WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to 2 PM EDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding in poor drainage areas, rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Showers with heavy downpours and a few thunderstorms early Sunday morning into midday Sunday may lead to flooding. Average rainfall amounts are forecast to range from 1.5 to 2.5 inches with locally higher amounts of 3 to 5 inches possible. Peak hourly rates could reach 2 to 2.5 inches. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Hopeville Pond Picnic Shelter is a day-use group facility located within Hopeville Pond State Park in southeastern Connecticut. The shelter provides a shaded gathering space equipped with 8 picnic tables, 3 charcoal grills, 2 horseshoe pits, and a volleyball net. An ADA-accessible composting restroom is situated just 25 feet from the structure, and the reservation includes dedicated parking for up to 15 vehicles. The facility is ideal for family reunions, company picnics, and group outings. The park's sandy beach and 137-acre pond are approximately 2,000 feet from the shelter, offering swimming and fishing opportunities during the warm season. The pond was historically created by Native Americans who constructed stone weirs to catch eels, shad, and other fish. This is strictly a day-use facility. Access to the shelter ends 30 minutes before sunset, and all guests must exit the park by sunset. Alcohol is permanently banned at this park. Amplified music, bounce houses, and other play equipment are not permitted.
Directions
Follow Route 201 (Hopeville Road) or the park signs until the Y intersection. Proceed to the right. The park entrance is 1/2 mile to the right, off Route 201.
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Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $17 - $37 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (860) 376-2920 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| CT State Parks Reserve America | |
| Hopeville Pond State Park |
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