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Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region

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Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region

The Top 20 Attractions in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 20, 2025

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Depending on the route you take last part of the trail can be considered a moderate hike.

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Air Line & Hop River State Park Trail

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This park runs alongside the Willimantic River, providing scenic views of the water. On the opposite side, there are train tracks where you can occasionally observe interesting carts passing by.

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Putnam River Trail

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Putnam along the beautiful Quinebaug river is renowned for its antique market.

Recently, the town has been re-inventing itself with an “Arts & Al Fresco” motif featuring small boutiques, theaters, and art galleries.

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Danielson Main Street & Broad Street Historic District

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Danielson is a beautiful borough in the town of Killingly, and it has two historic districts to its name: The Danielson Main Street Historic District and Broad Street-Davis Park Historic …

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West Thompson Dam

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Spanning 239 acres, this lake is great for paddling and fishing. The dam was built by the US Army Corps of Engineers in 1965, its capacity stands at 342 million gallons of flood water.

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James L. Goodwin State Forest

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James L. Goodwin State Forest covers 2,000 acres and includes three ponds, 14 miles of trails, wildlife observation platforms, a Conservation Education Center, and native plant gardens. Activities available year-round …

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Tri-State Marker

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This granite monument marks the border of Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island. It was set over 130 years ago. The mountain bike trails in the area great too.

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Wolf Den

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The Wolf Den is the most famous feature of Mashamoquet Brook State Park. Legend has it that in 1742, Israel Putnam, who later became a Major General in the Revolutionary …

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Brooklyn Green Historic District

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The Brooklyn Green Historic District is a beautiful area, and it is the fulcrum of the town, in particular around the town green. This area includes the beautiful white meeting …

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Old Daniels Dam

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The stone dam from the early 19th century provides a picturesque view of the Five Mile River and carries a rich history, once serving as part of a textile mill. …

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