Burr Pond State Park
- Status
- Status not postedDaily 8 a.m. – sunset
- Entrance fee
- $15 ($10 nonresident)Annual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Not stated — check with park
- Camping
- None listed
- Official site
- ctparks.com(860) 482-1817
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Burr Pond State Park is a park in Northwest Hills Planning Region County, about 3 miles northeast of Torrington.
Things to do include boating, swimming, biking, fishing, and hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 11.5 miles, according to the park.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 8 a.m. – sunset | — |
Official wording
Open Daily (8:00 a.m. – Sunset)
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| FREE – In-State Registered Vehicles (resident) | Free |
| $15 – Out-of-State Vehicles (Weekends/Holidays) (nonresident) | $15 |
| $10 – Out-of-State Vehicles (Weekdays) (nonresident) | $10 |
| $112 – Out-of-State Vehicles (Season Pass) (nonresident) | $112 · year |
Official wording
FREE – In-State Registered Vehicles $15 – Out-of-State Vehicles (Weekends/Holidays) $10 – Out-of-State Vehicles (Weekdays) $112 – Out-of-State Vehicles (Season Pass)
Connecticut park passes
- Passport to the Parks — free parking for CT-registered vehicles (funded by an $8/yr vehicle registration fee from July 1, 2025). Day-use parking at all CT State Parks and Forests Details
- Out-of-state vehicle season pass — $112. Season parking for out-of-state vehicles (as listed on park fee boxes) Details
From the Connecticut state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveAmerica (connecticutstateparks.reserveamerica.com)
- Phone
- 1-877-668-CAMP (2267)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Things to do
BikingBoatingFishingHikingPicnickingSwimming
Trails
Walcott Trail (Blue Blaze to Blue/Yellow Blaze)
- 2.5-mile loop around the pond
- Level of difficulty: Easy to moderate
- This relatively flat trail circles the perimeter of the pond along the blue trail with one out-and-back on the blue/yellow trail to reach a point jutting into the pond for stunning views of Burr Pond. Family-friendly hike with some rock crossings, lookouts, and connections to other trails.
John Muir Trail (Blue Blaze)
- 2.1-mile trail connector (one-way)
- To access 11.5 miles of trails in nearby parks, start with the John Muir Trail. The trail links Burr Pond’s Walcott Trail to the Testone Boulder.
- Loop Trail in Sunnybrook State Park by crossing through Paugnut State Forest. Before leaving the forest, tack on an extra 0.5 mile to climb the summit of Walnut Mountain, Torrington’s highest peak.
Know Before You Go
- Trail Map
- Trail Map - Mobile
Swimming
Hit the sandy beach and cool down in the pond — its fresh waters are fed by nearby mountain streams! A dedicated, roped off swimming area and lifeguard on duty (in season) make it an ideal spot for the whole family.
Know Before You Go
- Current Water Quality Report (updated weekly, Memorial Day – Labor Day)
- Beach Regulations and Swimming Safety Information
Boating and paddling
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Explore the water beyond the beach in a canoe, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard. Bring your own or rent a canoe, kayak or paddleboard.
- Boating and Paddling
- Paddling in Connecticut
- Paddling Safety
To reach the boat launch, follow Burr Mountain Road past the park entrance and look for the launch on the left.
CANOE, KAYAK AND PADDLEBOARD RENTALS
Kayak, canoe and paddleboard rentals are now available for the 2026 Season. Rental services are provided on site by Main Stream Canoes and Kayaks (contact info below). Please be aware that rentals are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and that rental operations close for inclement weather.
RENTAL AVAILABILITY
Read more from the park
Memorial Day to Labor Day
Thursdays & Fridays: 11am-5pm (last boat at 4pm)
Weekends and Holidays: 10am-6pm (last boat at 4pm)
Weekday availability varies: contact Main Stream Canoe and Kayak for availability
RENTAL RATES
Singe seat kayak: $35 per hour, $15 each additional hour
Paddleboard: $30 per hour, $15 each additional hour
Canoe: $40 per hour, $15 each additional hour
Rentals are available first-come, first-served; no reservations.
Accepted forms of payment: major credit cards and debit cards, Venmo and cash.
RENTAL QUESTIONS?
Paddlecraft rental services are provided by Main Stream Canoes and Kayaks
170 Main Street, New Hartford, CT 06057
Phone: 860-775-2925 (call/text)
Website: Main Stream Canoe and Kayak
Fishing
Easily accessible even in the coldest winter months, the pond is a popular destination for ice fishing. And, the shallow, warm pond is an excellent spot for children to cast a line, too.
Types of fish: perch, bullhead, chain pickerel, largemouth bass, panfish.
Know Before You Go
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic areas
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Parking
Picnic Tables
Restrooms
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
- An alcohol ban is in place at Burr Pond State Park
- Bus Permits are required for mid-size and full-size busses seating 30 or more passengers
- Trail Map
- Trail Map - Mobile
Getting there
- Address
- 384 Burr Mountain Road
Torrington, CT 06790 - Nearest town
- Torrington — about 3 mi northeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 41.8705, -73.0925
- Phone
- (860) 482-1817
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Connecticut State Parks and Forests — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- DEEP 'Find a Park or Forest by Name' list (portal.ct.gov) merged with the ctparks.com ParkFinder search service
- Wikidata
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology