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INDIAN WELL PICNIC SHELTER., CT

Status: Closed through Thu May 27 2010   Season Dates
Max reservation window: Sun Jan 09 2011   Later Dates

Description

Indian Well was so named because of the Romeo and Juliet-like Native American legend surrounding the Park's scenic waterfalls and the splash pool at the bottom of the falls. However, no local Native Americans ever actually used the area as a well. Although the falls are lovely, the Park's primary attraction is its location on the western bank of the Housatonic River, offering opportunities to boat, fish, and swim. The shaded picnic grove at the water's edge is a is a pleasant place in which to spend a lazy summer day.

Geography:

Indian Well Picnic Shelter is located on the western bank of the Housatonic River.

Recreation:

Activities include boating, picnicking, river fishing, field sports, hiking, and swimming.

Facilities:

Park facilities include restrooms, a boat launch area, and picnic shelters.

Nearby Attractions:

Nearby state parks include Kettletown State Park, Osbornedale State Park, and Sherwood Island State Park.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • Ada Accessible Picnic Area
  • Ada Accessible Restroom
  • Beach
  • Bike Riding
  • Boat Ramp
  • Boat Trailer Park Lot
  • Fishing
  • Flush Toilet
  • Gatehouse
  • Grills
  • Hiking Trails
  • Historic Sites
  • Overlook
  • Park Attendant
  • Parking
  • Paved Ada Accessible Site
  • Paved Roads
  • Pavilion
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Tables
  • Play Field
  • Potable Water
  • Pressurized Water
  • Recycling Center
  • Restroom
  • River Access
  • Sandy Beaches
  • Scenery
  • Swimming
  • Trailer Parking
  • Trails
Within 10 Miles
  • Cafe
  • Convenience Store
  • Fishing Supplies
  • Golf
  • Grocery Store
  • Hospital
  • Ice Machine
  • Laundry
  • Lodge
  • Post Office
  • Restaurant

Alerts and Important Information

New for 2009 A temporary alcohol ban will be in force from June 12, 2009 through September 7, 2009. No alcohol will be allowed in the park during this time period.

You can now make a reservation for the day before your arrival and up until 11 months in advance

All Parking fees are additional and will be collected on arrival at the gate. Please contact the park if you wish to have electricity inside the shelter. The park can be reached at 1-203-735-4311. Water not available. Indian Well Pavilion is an Open Air Shelter located in the northern section of the park. Daily parking fee for all vehicles using park. No pets Memorial Day through Labor Day. No pools, dunk tanks, trampolines or bouncers.

Getting There:

Indian Well Picnic Shelter.
1 INDIAN WELL ROAD
Shelton CT 06484

From Route 8 north: Take Exit 14. At the end of the exit ramp, take a left, and then take the next left onto Howe Avenue. Go north for approximately 21/4 miles. Indian Well State Park will be on the right. From Route 8 south: Take Exit 14. Take a right and drive approximately 21/2 miles. Indian Well State Park will be on the right.

Phone Park for More Information:

Information: (203)924-5907