Kent Falls 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) 927-3238
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Kent Falls State Park is a 307-acre park in Northwest Hills Planning Region County, about 15 miles west of Torrington.
Things to do include historic sites, fishing, hiking, and picnicking.
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
FishingHikingHistoric sites and toursPicnicking
Trails
Kent Falls State Park has only a few trails, but they offer up views of its namesake views from every direction. There's an ADA-accessible path at the base of the falls and a full workout of a climb up the cascade. You won't want to forget your camera!
Hiking Map
Kent Falls Steps Trail
- 0.84-mile out and back
- Level of difficulty: Moderate
- From the parking lot, use the paved path to pass through the covered bridge and picnic area before descending the set of stone stairs that wind 0.25 miles up along the falls. Take in the many scenic vantage points as you climb or catch your breath at one of the viewing platforms along the trail — the trail is short, but steep! Head back down the way you came or cross the brook to connect to the red-blazed trail. You’ll avoid the stairs but miss out on the views.
Fishing
Know Before You Go
Before heading out, be sure to check the latest river conditions and fishing regulations.
- Connecticut Trout Parks
Anglers and ice fishers
As one of Connecticut’s thirteen state trout parks, visit Kent Falls to take in the views, while casting a line. The best spots are found below the base of the falls.
Types of fish: Brook trout, brown trout, rainbow trout
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
Trail to the base of the falls
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
- Visitors should stay on the hiking trails
- An alcohol ban is in place at Kent Falls State Park
- Bus Permits are required for mid-size and full-size busses seating 30 or more passengers
- No entry into water or swimming is allowed
- Drones are prohibited at all Connecticut State Parks and Forests
Getting there
- Address
- 462 Kent Cornwall Road
Kent, CT 06757 - Nearest town
- Torrington — about 15 mi west (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 41.7763, -73.4179
- Phone
- (860) 927-3238
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
- Photo: Kent Falls State Park.JPG — CC0 1.0 (public domain dedication), Brianegge
“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