Hopemead State Park, State park in Connecticut, United States.
The 60-acre Hopemead State Park extends along the eastern shore of Gardner Lake, featuring forest paths and natural landscapes at 136 meters elevation.
George Dudley Seymour donated funds to establish the park in 1954, acquiring the land from James E. Fuller's children, who inherited it from their lakeside farm.
The park's preservation reflects Connecticut's environmental values, maintaining undeveloped spaces for public recreation and natural habitat conservation.
Visitors can access the main mile-long trail starting from Cottage Road, leading through the forest to Gardner Lake with parking available near the entrance.
After its establishment, all existing structures including the main house, summer lodge, and barn were removed to return the land to its natural state.
Location: Connecticut
Elevation above the sea: 136 m
Email: deep.stateparks@ct.gov
Website: https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Locate-Park-Forest/Other-State-Parks-and-Forests#Hopemead
GPS coordinates: 41.51722,-72.21750
Latest update: March 28, 2025 09:12
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