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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May 29, 2023 Google Maps
Super fun place to go for a walk or just to eat with family. It’s very adventurous especially for the hikes but always stays chill at the same time. Wonderful times of the year to visit is definitely spring, summer, and fall. Fishing is available for those that want to and it’s an excellent spot for photographers.
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September 12, 2022
Peaceful and inviting. Perfect for graduation party for 20+ people. 8 picnic tables and 2 grills. Very clean and electricity included with recycling containers near. Dumpster and restroom are just a short walk away from shelter.
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July 26, 2022 Google Maps
To bad the beach is closed here. Wanted to put my kayak in. They said I could for five minutes . No sense. Stupid bacteria. Most of state parks and other lakes are closed, it a beautiful park . Volley ball, hiking, great place . Beautiful place. It was nice having the park to myself. It was like a ghost town. Think it awesome that they got parking for active and veterans.
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August 13, 2021
Great comfortable area for me to host a baby shower . The workers were very friendly when letting us know the time of closing and where to park . I would recommend this to anyone wanting a baby peaceful place to eat and spend quality time with family and loved ones .
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August 5, 2021 Google Maps
For a local everyday walk the dog or have some fun type place it is great. Just make sure to bring your trash bags so you don't have to keep walking to the dumpsters. I like the hiking areas. They are well marked and easy enough traverse. Then you can just take your 4 legged friends to the lake or brook to cool off after. They also offer volleyball , horseshoes ( byo-shoes), a few disk golf pins, swimming and picnic areas.
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June 12, 2021
Such a lovely and clean place. First time ever hosting an event plans for another in the near future. Thank you
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January 19, 2020
Very nice experience
I recommend
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January 15, 2020
The pavillion was perfect for our party of about 45- 50 people! Super clean and had everything we needed; tables, grills, plenty of parking, garbage cans and nearby bathrooms! The rangers stopped by occasionally to make sure we were doing ok and if we needed anything! Definitely recommend!
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January 15, 2020
Well marked walking trails, easy hikes and a great place to walk the dog or take younger kids. Picnics in the summer, with ample BBQ settings, pavilions, and a lake are great for a small family venture or a large reunion.
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January 14, 2020
Very clean and well kept. Very personable rangers. Thank you.
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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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