Lovers Leap State Park, State park in New Milford, United States.
The 160-acre park extends along the Housatonic River, featuring hiking trails and overlooks with views of Lake Lillinonah and surrounding landscapes.
Established in 1971, this parkland contains ruins from industrial structures and the 1895 Berlin Iron Bridge spanning 100 feet above the river gorge.
The park's name stems from a Native American legend about Princess Lillinonah and her companion who jumped from the cliff into the waters below.
Visitors can access four miles of trails daily from 8 AM until sunset, with no entrance fees and designated areas for picnicking.
The Berlin Iron Bridge stands as one of only four remaining iron lenticular truss bridges in Connecticut, marking engineering excellence from the 19th century.
Location: Litchfield County
Inception: 1971
Elevation above the sea: 158 m
Website: https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Parks/Lovers-Leap-State-Park
GPS coordinates: 41.54500,-73.40222
Latest update: May 23, 2025 11:02
Connecticut combines different landscapes from the coast to the mountains with a range of historic sites. The region includes state parks with waterfalls like Kent Falls and Wadsworth Falls, extensive forested areas, and conservation lands. Visitors can hike through White Memorial Conservation Centre, climb the tower at Haystack Mountain, or explore the Thimble Islands off the coast of Branford. Historic sites include Gillette Castle in East Haddam, which sits above the Connecticut River, and the Glass House in New Canaan, a significant example of modern architecture. Weir Farm in Wilton documents the life of American artists, while Fort Trumbull in New London preserves the region's military history. Saville Dam in Barkhamsted shows early engineering achievements in water management. Coastal areas provide access to beaches like Walnut Beach in Milford and Greenwich Point Park. Inland lie several state parks with trails and lakes, including Burr Pond, Candlewood Lake, and Black Rock State Park. Dinosaur State Park in Rocky Hill preserves tracks from prehistoric times, while Bartlett Arboretum in Stamford presents plant collections.
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