Stoddard Hill 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
- None listed
- Official site
- ctparks.com(860) 444-7591
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Stoddard Hill State Park is a park in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region County, about 6 miles south of Norwich.
Things to do include historic sites, boating, 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 | 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.
Things to do
BoatingFishingHikingHistoric sites and toursPicnicking
Trails
While most activity is down by the water, hiking to the park’s high point of 183 feet above sea level is a worthwhile pursuit. The trail leads to the top, which was once a Native American lookout during times of conflict. Look for the stone-walled Stoddard family cemetery in the woods 500 feet north (upstream) from the parking area.
Boating and paddling
Car-Top Boat Launch (Gravel) Launching boats can be difficult at high tide due to the train tracks.
Fishing
Before heading out, be sure to check the latest river 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
Parking
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
This small park has two sections, the main 48-acre segment being the more popular. The entranceway leads to a parking area that has a ramp for car-top boat launching on the five-acre tidal estuary. Access the water under the railroad bridge. Be cautious. It can get dicey—and potentially restricted—during high tide.
- Buses seating more than 30 passengers are not allowed at this park
- No restrooms
- Park Map
Getting there
- Address
- 1917 CT-12
Ledyard, CT 06335 - Nearest town
- Norwich — about 6 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 41.4603, -72.0653
- Phone
- (860) 444-7591
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