The Top 5 Attractions around Quasset Lake
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Quasset Lake. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Quasset Lake is a region where 5
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
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
Putnam River Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
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.
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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West Thompson Dam
Highlight • Monument
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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Wolf Den
Highlight • Cave
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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Mashamoquet Brook State Park
Highlight • Forest
This park, encompassing over 1,000 acres, was originally three parks—Mashamoquet Brook, Wolf Den, and Saptree Run—that have been combined into one. It features miles of trails with campgrounds if you want to extend your journey.
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Cargill Falls Reservoir
Highlight • River
At Cargill Falls, you'll find a dam and cascades right in the heart of the city. From the Pomfret Bridge on US-44, you can see the wide dam and several …
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