Hurd State Park
- Status
- Status not postedDaily 8 a.m. – sunset
- Entrance fee
- See fee details
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Not stated — check with park
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- ctparks.com(860) 295-9523
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Hurd State Park is a park in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region County, about 6 miles east of Middletown.
Things to do include horseback riding, historic sites, biking, fishing, and hiking. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
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) Gates closed after the first snow/re-opens in Spring. Winter parking available.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Free | Free |
Official wording
Free
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
Hurd State Park offers two unique camping options - a dedicated campsite for qualifying youth group organizations, or a campsite right on the banks of the Connecticut River for those traveling on the water via kayak or canoe.
HURD STATE PARK RIVER CAMPING
Camp on the banks of the Connecticut River at one of just four state parks with boat-in, boat-out spots access.
2026 Season: Opens Friday, May 1 and closes Columbus Day
2027 Season: Opens Friday, May 1 and closes Columbus Day
River Camping Map
- One primitive, riverside campsite with fireplace and pit toilet
- Available for overnight stops by those traveling on the river
- Campers must arrive and depart by boat (canoe or kayak only). Vehicle access is not available.
- 12-person maximum
- Maximum stay: 1 day
- Daily Rate: $5/person/night
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- No mooring or docking facilities
- No pets allowed
- Camping in Connecticut State Parks and Forests
- Connecticut River Paddler’s Trail
RESERVE RIVER CAMPSITE
- Online: Visit Reserve America
- By phone: 1-877-668-CAMP (2267)
HURD STATE PARK YOUTH GROUP CAMPING
- One site available, accommodates up to 40 campers
- Open to qualified youth groups only
- Advance reservations are required
- Youth Group Camping
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingCampingFishingHikingHistoric sites and toursHorseback ridingPicnicking
Fishing
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Before heading out, be sure to check the latest water conditions and fishing regulations.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic areas
Camping
- Tent camping
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ 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
N/A
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
- Buses seating more than 30 passengers are not allowed at this park
- Trail Map
- Trail Map - Mobile
- River Camping
Getting there
- Address
- 74 Hurd Park Road
East Hampton, CT 06424 - Nearest town
- Middletown — about 6 mi east (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 41.5217, -72.5412
- Phone
- (860) 295-9523
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