Mount Tom State Park
- Status
- Status not postedDaily 8 a.m. – sunset
- Entrance fee
- $15 ($10 nonresident)Annual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentionedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Not stated — check with park
- Camping
- None listed
- Official site
- ctparks.com(860) 567-8870
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
In Northwest Hills Planning Region County, about 12 miles southwest of Torrington, Mount Tom State Park covers about 231 acres.
Visitors come for snorkeling and diving, historic sites, boating, swimming, and fishing.
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)
Mount Tom has limited parking and may fill up quickly.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Things to do
BoatingFishingHikingHistoric sites and toursPicnickingSnorkeling and scubaSwimming
Swimming
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
- Boating and Paddling
- Paddling in Connecticut
- Padding Safety
CANOE AND KAYAK RENTALS
Kayak, canoe and paddleboard rentals are now available for the 2026 Season. Rental services are provided on site by Litchfield Paddle (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 AVAILBILITY
- Prior to June 19: Weekends, 10am-6pm; Weekdays by appointment, availability varies: check Litchfield Paddle website for availability
- June 19-August 30: Daily, 10am -6pm (weather permitting)
- After August 31st: Weekends, 10am-6pm; Weekdays by appointment, availability varies: check Litchfield Paddle website for availability
RENTAL RATES
- Singe seat kayak or paddleboard: $35 per hour
- Tandem kayak: $50 per hour
- Canoe: $75 per hour
A 25% discount is available on weekdays before 12pm. Accepted forms of payment: major credit cards, ApplePay, GooglePay and cash.
RENTAL QUESTIONS?
Paddlecraft rental services are provided by Litchfield Paddle
95 Old South Road, Litchfield, CT 06759
Phone: 860-567-8820
Website: Litchfield County Paddleboard and Kayak Rentals
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
✓ 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
Picnicking
Restrooms
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
Mount Tom has limited parking and may fill up quickly. When the parking area is full, or the park has reached capacity, the park will be closed to additional visitors.
- Bus Permits are required for mid-size and full-size buses seating 30 or more passengers
- Trail Map
- Trail Map - Mobile
Getting there
- Address
- Route 202
Litchfield, CT 06759 - Nearest town
- Torrington — about 12 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 41.6953, -73.2779
- Phone
- (860) 567-8870
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