Hopeville 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
- 80 campsitesAlso cabins
- Official site
- ctparks.com(860) 376-2920
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Hopeville Pond State Park is a park in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region County, about 3 miles east of Jewett City.
Visitors come for boating, swimming, biking, fishing, and hiking. Overnight options include 80 campsites, with RV sites with water hookups and tent sites. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
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, April to October (8:00 a.m. – Sunset) Recreational field open year-round
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 |
Official wording
FREE – In-State Registered Vehicles $15 – Out-of-State Vehicles (Weekends/Holidays) $10 – Out-of-State Vehicles (Weekdays)
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.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 RV/Tent Sites Daily Rates:
• Campsites with water & electric: $27 resident/$37 non-resident plus processing fee
• Standard campsites: $17 resident/$27 non-resident plus processing fee
• Wooded sites near pond with picnic table, fire ring, and grate
• 11 campsites with electric and water hook-up available
• Six-person maximum per site
• Maximum stay: 14 days | 80 | Campsites with water & electric: $27 resident/$37 non-resident plus processing feeShowers | — |
Camping details from the park
Hopeville Pond Campground has 80 sites in a heavily wooded setting near the pond, some accessible from the water. Choose a campsite closest to the shoreline for a bonus pond view. HOPEVILLE POND STATE PARK CAMPGROUND 2026 Season: Opens Friday, April 17 and closes Monday, October 12 at noon. 2027 Season: Opens Friday, April 16 and closes Monday, October 11 at noon. Campground Office: (860) 376-0313 Campground Map KNOW BEFORE YOU GO • No pets • No alcohol • Camping in Connecticut State Parks and Forests 80 RV/Tent Sites Daily Rates: • Campsites with water & electric: $27 resident/$37 non-resident plus processing fee • Standard campsites: $17 resident/$27 non-resident plus processing fee • Wooded sites near pond with picnic table, fire ring, and grate • 11 campsites with electric and water hook-up available • Six-person maximum per site • Maximum stay: 14 days One Rustic Cabin • Daily Rate: $50 resident/$60 non-resident, plus processing fee, 15% occupancy tax, and refundable $50 security deposit • Two-room cabin with double bed and two sets of bunk beds • Comfortably sleeps four people with space up to six • Minimum rental: three nights Amenities • Bathhouses with hot showers, dishwashing, and potable water • Dumping station • Firewood available for purchase • Fishing, swimming • Recycling center • Ice available for purchase RESERVE A CAMPSITE • Online: Visit Reserve America • By phone: 1-877-668-CAMP (2267) • A $9 processing fee applies to all reservations. Any reservations changes or cancellations will also incur a $9 processing fee.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- One Rustic Cabin• Daily Rate: $50 resident/$60 non-resident, plus processing fee, 15% occupancy tax, and refundable $50 security deposit • Two-room cabin with double bed and two sets of bunk beds • Comfortably sleeps four people with space up to six • Minimum rental: three nights
Things to do
BikingBoatingCampingFishingHikingPicnickingSwimming
Swimming
Know Before You Go • Current Water Quality Report (updated weekly, Memorial Day – Labor Day) • Beach Regulations and Swimming Safety Information
Boating and paddling
Hopeville Pond’s pristine waters make it a hot spot for paddlers and cruisers of all varieties. The pond is a freshwater reservoir created when the Pachaug River was dammed, with curves and bends that echo its original river state. For paddlers looking to expand beyond the reaches of the pond, head south towards the larger Pachaug Pond stopping to portage around the Pachaug Pond Dam. To reach the trailered boat launch: Upon entering the park, head south toward the campground. After passing the park office on your left, take a right and look for the boat launch on your right-hand side before the road curves left. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO • 8 mph limit • No waterskiing • Boating Information
Fishing
The park is best known for its fishing and has been since its days as a prime fishing location for the Mohegan Tribe. When 137-acre Hopeville Pond is at low water, you can see the stone weirs they constructed to catch eels, shad, and other fish. The pond’s many coves and inlets are rich with plant and fish life, including a wide array of trophy-sized catches. Types of fish: Bluegill, chain pickerel, channel catfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, smallmouth bass, and yellow perch
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic areas
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Water hookups
Lodging
- Cabins
✓ 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 Hopeville Pond State Park • Bus Permits are required for mid-size and full-size buses seating 30 or more passengers • Park Map
Getting there
- Address
- 929 Hopeville Road
Griswold, CT 06351 - Nearest town
- Jewett City — about 3 mi east (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 41.6047, -71.9261
- Phone
- (860) 376-2920
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