Machimoodus State Park

The 300-acre Machimoodus State Park contains uplands, woodlands, meadows, and riverfront areas along the Salmon River and Salmon River Cove.

The land belonged to Echo Farm dairy until 1998 when Connecticut state purchased the property for 2.1 million dollars to establish the park.

Native American tribes named this area Machimoodus, meaning 'the place of noises', referring to sounds from micro earthquakes in the region.

Four and a half miles of trails through old farm roads provide access to Mount Tom's lookout points and diverse natural environments.

Scientists confirmed in 1981 that the mysterious sounds heard in the area originated from micro earthquakes occurring beneath the surface.

Location: Middlesex County

Inception: 2008

Website: https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Parks/Machimoodus-State-Park

GPS coordinates: 41.49500,-72.48000

Latest update: March 4, 2025 17:53