Pet friendly
31 reviews
Hop Brook Lake Recreation Area is highly praised for its cleanliness, beautiful surroundings, and helpful park rangers. Many visitors enjoyed family gatherings and events at the pavilions, appreciating the spaciousness and amenities available. The area is ideal for outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, and picnicking, making it a popular choice for both casual visits and special occasions.
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4.9
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September 19, 2026
The park was extremely clean and well maintained. The park rangers were extremely nice and helpful. The pavilions are tucked away so everyday visitors weren't walking around your party area. Would definitely rent again.
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September 13, 2026
Beautiful area with plenty of parking and easy access. Seamless process from reservation to check in to check out. Would highly recommend for your gathering!
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September 7, 2026
Great experience! I've been going to Hop Brook for years! Always a great time! The park Ranger was kind and helpful.
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August 30, 2026
Great place for a private picnic
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August 18, 2026
Ranger was amazing park was clean and dispite the horrible weather the previous day the park was still great
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July 28, 2026
The Pines Shelter was clean upon my arrival. Shortly after my arrival the Park Ranger stopped by to say hello and chat about. This Ranger was kind and helpful, letting me know things that were available to us (games provided by the park). The Pines Shelter has four long tables which accommodated approximately 45 family members. Another very enjoyable family picnic at Hop Brook!!
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July 26, 2026
My partner and I got married at the pines shelter & it was so lovely and perfectly shaded for our ceremony. The cost is incredibly reasonable, will book again!
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July 12, 2026 Google Maps
I went to this park due to an invite to my nephew's graduation party, as I live quite a distance away from it.
I was quite impressed with the professionalism of the one staff I had met, but what impressed me the most was the overall condition of the park.
It was clean, as in nothing was out place or in disarray. Both the lake and the mountain surrounding it was definitely a site to behold, as throughout my 3 hour visit I felt like I was back home sitting in my yard across from our local mountain.
It seems like it would be a great place to walk/hike/explore, judging by the number of regular walkers and dog walkers that I had seen there.
Would love to go there again and just walk/hike for awhile. Highly recommend if you just want to experience a rural part of Connecticut surrounded by suburbia.
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June 24, 2026 Google Maps
Artificial lake good for sub-board or canoe. A gravel path, mostly flat, along the lake suitable for a good walk or for running.
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June 15, 2026
I had a great experience from ease of booking the pavilion, to obtaining answers to my questions regarding the site use. The park rangers were kind, helpful, professional and polite.
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Hop Brook Lake, Middlebury, CT 06762 United States
Elevation: 111 ft
From Bridgeport, take Route 8 N 23.5 mi to Exit 26/CT-63 S in Naugatuck. Head southeast on Main Street and turn onto CT-63 N. Travel approx. 3 mi. The park entrance is on the right side of the road at the intersection of CT-63 and CT-188.
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From Bridgeport, take Route 8 N 23.5 mi to Exit 26/CT-63 S in Naugatuck. Head southeast on Main Street and turn onto CT-63 N. Travel approx. 3 mi. The park entrance is on the right side of the road at the intersection of CT-63 and CT-188.
From Hartford, take I-84 W 31 mi to the CT-64 exit, Exit 17 (Watertown/Middlebury, Rte. 63). Go straight until you come to the intersection of CT-64 and CT-63. Turn left on CT-63. Travel approx. 1.5 mi. The park entrance is on the left side of the road at the intersection of CT-63 and CT-188.
From Danbury, take I-84 E to the CT-63 exit, Exit 17 (Naugatuck/Watertown, Rte. 63). Take a right off the exit ramp. Travel approx. 1.5 mi. The park entrance is on the left side of the road at the intersection of CT-63 and CT-188.
The Hop Brook Lake Recreation Area is accessible via Route 8 and CT-63. It is approximately 1.5 miles from I-84, which provides access from Hartford and Danbury.
Last updated: October 7, 2026
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