Stratton Brook Picnic Shelter

Overview

Brochure InfoThe proximity of Stratton Brook to the Hartford metropolitan area has made it one of the better-known small parks in Connecticut. An impressive bike trail, shaded by white pines and traveling over scenic brooks, has replaced the railroad tracks that once ran through the park. Available for any manner of winter and summer sports, from cross-country skiing and ice skating to swimming, boating, and fishing, the park's biggest claim to fame is that it was the first park in the state to be completely wheelchair-accessible.Brochure Info - OrientationStratton Brook Picnic Shelter is located near the Hartford metropolitan area. The park was originally called Massacoe State Forest and was acquired to demonstrate forest fire control adjacent to railroads. In 1996, this park became Connecticut's first state park that is completely accessible by wheelchair.Brochure Info - RecreationStratton Brook State Park is a designated Trout Park, so fishing is available. Other activities include biking, hiking, cross-country skiing, ice skating, field sports, picnicking, and swimming.Brochure Info - Facilities and RestrictionsPark facilities include restrooms, changing rooms, picnic shelters and picnic tables, and seasonal interpretive displays.Brochure Info - Nearby AttractionsNearby are American Legion and Peoples State Forests, Penwood State Park, and Talcott Mountain State Park.Key InfoPicnic Shelter Cancellation Policy: Refund amounts will be determined as follows: • Cancellations made 30 days or more prior to the picnic shelter reservation: full refund less the $9.00 non-refundable reservation fee and $9.00 cancellation fee • Cancellations made 6 - 29 days prior to the picnic shelter reservation: refund of $145.00 less $9.00 cancellation fee • Cancellations made within 5 days of the picnic shelter reservation: Not eligible for a refund. All Parking fees are additional and will be collected on arrival at the gate. Heavy weekend use at each park may lead to gate closures if the park fills to capacity. In the event of this happening, no more cars are allowed to enter. Guests should plan to arrive as early as possible to avoid being turned away. (Picnic shelter rental does not guarantee entry to the park.)Important Information for Daily EntranceDirectionFrom the south and east: Take I-91 north, Exit 36 (Route 178). Take a left at the end of the exit ramp onto Route 178 west. At the intersection of Route 178 and Route 185, turn right onto Route 185. Follow Route 185 to the intersection of Routes 10 and 202. Turn right onto Routes 10 and 202 north; go 1.8 miles to the intersection of Route 309. Turn left onto Route 309. Follow Route 309 for 1.6 miles to Stratton Brook on the left. From the north: Take I-91 south, Exit 40 (Route 20 west). Follow Route 20 west to the center of Granby. At the intersection of Routes 10 and 202, turn left onto Routes 10 and 202. Follow Routes 10 and 202 for 6.1 miles to the junction of Route 309. Turn right onto Route 309, and then follow Route 309 for 1.6 miles to Stratton Brook on the left. From the west: Take Route 44 east to the intersection of Routes 10 and 202. Turn left onto Routes 10 and 202, and follow this route for 4.6 miles to Route 309. Turn left onto Route 309, and follow Route 309 for 1.6 miles to Stratton Brook on the left.Booking Window Product InfoFee Cancellation DescPlease read our Fees and Cancellation Policies