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As the nation's largest federal provider of outdoor and water-based recreation, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers invites you and your family to have a safe and enjoyable visit to one of the Corps' more than 400 lakes and more than 2,400 recreation sites nationwide. During your visit to these sites or the thousands of other federal lands and waters, we encourage you and your loved ones to always wear a properly fitted life jacket when boating or playing on or near the water. We need your help to reduce the number of water-related injuries and deaths. Visitor safety is the Corps' number one priority. We actively promote water and boater safety and education programs. For more on these efforts and recreation opportunities, visit www.Corpslakes.us

WEST THOMPSON LAKE (CT), CT

Description

The natural setting surrounding West Thompson Lake can be enjoyed year round. Pleasing views from the dam offer sightseers and photographers a panoramic view of the area. Hikers, picnickers, and visitors will discover a wide variety of natural areas to explore including a hiking trail around the lake.

The campground offers 24 campsites: 11 basic, 11 with electric and water hookups, and 2 Adirondack shelters. Other campground amenities include handicapped accessible restrooms and showers, flush toilets, dump station, and public telephones.

Hiking and interpretive trails, an amphitheater, and a picnic pavilion are close to the campground. A boat ramp affords boating and fishing enthusiasts access to the 200 acre lake.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • Accessible Handicapped Site
  • Accessible Restroom
  • Accessible Showers
  • Amphitheater
  • Basketball
  • Boat Launch Ramp
  • Campground Host
  • Canoeing
  • Dump Station
  • Fire Rings
  • Firewood
  • Fishing
  • Flush Toilet
  • Frisbee Golf
  • Hiking Trail
  • Horseshoe Pit
  • Pay Telephone
  • Picnic Tables
  • Playground
  • Potable Water
  • Spacious Shady Sites
Less Than 1 Mile
  • Gas And Propane
  • Grocery
  • Recycling Center
  • Restaurants
  • Store - Convenience

Alerts and Important Information

  • There is a 6 person maximum, no fee will be accepted for additional people.
  • Reservations must be made at least 2 days in advance.
  • This campground requires a 2 day minimum stay on weekends.
  • This campground requires a 3 day minimum stay on holiday weekends.
  • Sites range from $15-$30/night.
  • There are no waterfront sites at this campground.
  • ALL SITES are available for tent, pop-up, and RV camping.
  • Campground hosts are on duty daily and may be reached until 10pm at 860-923-3121.
  • Swimming opportunities are available at a nearby state park.
  • Speed limit on the lake is 5mph.

Getting There:

West Thompson Lake (CT)
400 REARDON RD
N. Grosvenordale CT 06255-9801

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
41.945, -71.9

From I-395, take Exit 99. Follow Route 200 to Thompson Center. Go 2 miles south on Route 193. Cross Route 12 at traffic light. Make a right onto Reardon Road. For the campground travel 1/2 mile and turn left. Travel 2/10 of mile and make a right.
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Phone Park for More Information:

Information: (860)923-3121