Sunnybrook State Park

Sunnybrook State Park is a 464-acre natural space featuring Madden Pond, wetlands, forests, and meadows along the East Branch Naugatuck River in Litchfield County. The park's varied landscapes support hiking, fishing, and hunting throughout its trails and open areas.

The property entered Connecticut's state park system in 1970 and was first officially documented in the 1971 register. This addition protected the natural landscape for public recreation and conservation.

The park's main trail honors a former landowner, connecting visitors through forests and along the river as a way to remember local ties to the property.

The park is accessible from Newfield Road in Torrington with parking available near the main entrance. Trails are marked and visitors should come prepared for changing weather and bring water for their outdoor activities.

The park serves as the starting point for the blue-marked John Muir Trail, which winds two miles through neighboring Paugnut State Forest. This connection extends your visit into a larger network of protected woodland.

Location: Litchfield County

Inception: 1970

Website: https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Locate-Park-Forest/Other-State-Parks-and-Forests

GPS coordinates: 41.83610,-73.12030

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:22