Wharton Brook State Park, State park in North Haven, US
Description
Wharton Brook State Park is a 96-acre property in North Haven featuring walking trails, a pond for fishing, and open grassy areas. The terrain is mostly wooded with paths that wind through trees and along the waterway for different skill levels.
History
The park began in 1919 as one of Connecticut's first public rest areas designed for travelers passing through the region. Over time it evolved into a dedicated fishing and recreation destination for local visitors.
Culture
The park serves as a fishing destination where local anglers practice and share traditional casting techniques, especially fly-fishing methods. This use keeps alive a recreational skill that connects people to the water year-round.
Practical
The park opens daily with free admission and parking near the entrance for easy access. Most trails are relatively flat and easy to walk, making it suitable for different fitness levels.
Did you know?
A severe storm struck the park in 2018, causing damage that took a full year to repair and restore. The site reopened fully recovered and continues to serve visitors today.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (New Haven County).
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...
Sleeping Giant
4.7 km
Door Tree
5.3 km
Northford Center Historic District
5.2 km
Nehemiah Royce House
4.8 km
Paul Mellon Arts Center
4.1 km
Ireland’s Great Hunger Museum
5.8 km
Quinnipiac River State Park
1.6 km
Trimountain
9 km
Pistapaug Mountain
8.2 km
Fowler Mountain
8 km
Tri-Mountain State Park
8.1 km
Samuel Simpson House
3.8 km
Jonathan Dickerman II House
5.5 km
Hamden Memorial Town Hall
7.4 km
Kohler Environmental Center
4.9 km
John Barker House
1.7 km
Franklin Johnson House
3.1 km
Samuel Parsons House
3 km
Howd-Linsley House
5.8 km
Joseph Blakeslee House
8.2 km
Elam Ives House
5.6 km
Theophilus Jones House
2.8 km
Wallingford Center Historic District
3.2 km
Pines Bridge Historic District
5.1 km
Fourth District School
5 km
Warham Williams House
5.2 km
Orrin Todd House
5.8 km
Wallingford Center
3 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes