Millers Pond State Park

Millers Pond State Park is a protected natural area in Durham covering around 280 acres of forest, meadows, and water. The centerpiece is a 33-acre pond fed by natural springs that support populations of trout and smallmouth bass.

The state acquired this land in 1955 through a donation that made the park possible. A historic gristmill dam from the early 1700s marks the site's connection to water-powered industry from Connecticut's past.

The site preserves connections to early Connecticut industry through visible remnants of a gristmill dam built in the early 1700s. Visitors can spot these historical structures while walking through the woods and along the water.

The park has trails for hiking and mountain biking plus fishing access to the pond, with paths ranging from easy walks to more challenging terrain. Connecticut residents with registered vehicles can enter free through the state's Passport to the Parks program.

The pond is continuously fed by natural springs that maintain pure water conditions year-round, supporting thriving fish populations. These underground water sources make the lake an exceptionally rich habitat that visitors often overlook.

Location: Connecticut

Inception: 1955

Website: https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Parks/Millers-Pond-State-ParK

GPS coordinates: 41.47639,-72.63333

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:02