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21 Best and Fun Things To Do In Haddam, Connecticut


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Situated in Middlesex County, Connecticut, Haddam is a sizable rural town with plenty to offer. It has gained a reputation as one of the top places to reside in the state and boasts numerous attractions, including museums and art galleries.

The community also features scenic hiking trails and numerous public parks with picnic areas. One of the most popular green areas is Devil’s Hopyard State Park, which has many trails and a stunning waterfall. There is also Gillette Castle State Park, where visitors can see the historic home of William Gillette and learn more about local history.

And if you’re traveling as a family, be sure to stop by the Ray of Light Farm for some child-friendly activities!

Here’s our list of the top things to do in Haddam, Connecticut

The 21 Most Popular Things To Do In Haddam, Connecticut

21. HADDAM SHAD MUSEUM

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

Location: 212 Saybrook Road Higganum CT

Tel:  860 267 0388

Web Address:   http://haddamshadmuseum.com/contact-us.php

20. Nathan Hale Schoolhouse East Haddam

4.5 ★★★★★ (8 reviews)

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Location: 29 Main Street East Haddam CT

Web Address:   https://sarconnecticut.org/historic-sites/nathan-hale-schoolhouse-east-haddam/

19. Pickerel Lake

4.3 ★★★★☆ (9 reviews)

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18. Thankful Arnold House

4.6 ★★★★★ (14 reviews)

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Location: 14 Hayden Hill Road Haddam CT

Tel:  860 345 2400

Web Address:   http://haddamhistory.org/arnold_house.htm

17. Brainard Homestead State Park

3.5 ★★★★☆ (15 reviews)

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Location: 22 Landing Hill Road East Haddam CT

16. George Dudley Seymour State Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (16 reviews)

Location: Clarkhurst Road Haddam CT

Tel:  860 295 9523

Web Address:   https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Parks/George-Dudley-Seymour-State-Park

15. Haddam Island State Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (26 reviews)

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Location: 321 Rock Landing Road Haddam CT

14. Pattaconk Reservoir

4.8 ★★★★★ (31 reviews)

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13. Spiderweed Preserve

4.3 ★★★★☆ (35 reviews)

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Location: 1 147 Dripps Road Middletown CT

Web Address:   https://nature.org/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/places-we-protect/spiderweed-preserve/

12. Sunrise State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (39 reviews)

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Location: 121 Leesville Road Moodus CT

Tel:  860 424 3000

Web Address:   http://ct.gov/deep/cwp/view.asp

11. Higganum Reservoir State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (87 reviews)

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Location: Higganum CT

Tel:  860 424 3000

Web Address:   http://ct.gov/deep/cwp/view.asp

10. Haddam neck fairgrounds

4.6 ★★★★★ (103 reviews)

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Location: 26 Quarry Hill Road East Hampton CT

Web Address:   http://haddam-neck.keeq.io/

9. Seven Falls Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (166 reviews)

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Location: CT 154 Higganum CT

Tel:  860 424 3200

Web Address:   http://ct.gov/deep/cwp/view.asp

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8. East Haddam Swing Bridge

4.4 ★★★★☆ (52 reviews)

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Location: 6 Main Street East Haddam CT

Web Address:   https://allparx.com/places/east-haddam-swing-bridge/

7. Eagle Landing State Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (119 reviews)

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Location: 14 Little Meadow Road Haddam CT

Tel:  860 424 3000

Web Address:   https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Parks/Eagle-Landing-State-Park

6. Machimoodus State Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (151 reviews)

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Location: 128 Leesville Road Moodus CT

Tel:  860 526 2336

Web Address:   http://ct.gov/deep/cwp/view.asp

5. Hurd State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (187 reviews)

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Location: 74 Hurd Park Road East Hampton CT

Tel:  860 526 2336

Web Address:   https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Parks/Hurd-State-Park

4. Haddam Meadows State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (359 reviews)

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Location: 20 Parmelee Road Haddam CT

Web Address:   http://ct.gov/deep/cwp/view.asp

3. Lyman Orchards Golf Club

4.3 ★★★★☆ (374 reviews)

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Location: 70 Lyman Road Middlefield CT

Tel:  860 349 6031

Web Address:   https://lymangolf.com/

2. Millers Pond State Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (424 reviews)

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Location: 344 Foot Hills Road Durham CT

Tel:  860 424 3200

Web Address:   http://ct.gov/deep/cwp/view.asp

1. Cockaponset State Forest

4.6 ★★★★★ (514 reviews)

Location: Cedar Lake Road Chester CT

Tel:  860 345 8521

Web Address:   https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Forests/Cockaponset-State-Forest

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Haddam, Connecticut! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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