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Gay City State Park

Name: Gay City State Park
Address: Route 85, Hebron, CT, 06248, US

Route 85

Hebron, CT 06248

Gay City State Park

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Gay City State Park offers a glimpse into Connecticut's industrial roots with over 1500 acres of endless opportunities for outdoor fun including the exploration of extinct mill-town ruins and stone foundations.

Located on the Hebron-Bolton town line, Gay City's 1,569 acres of parkland offer swimming, picnicking and an almost endless opportunity for exploration. The name "Gay City" derives from a now-extinct mill town that once occupied the site. Today only some tumbling stone foundations, several grass-filled cellar holes and a few silent tombstones suggest its former existence.

Activities

Bicycling
Hiking
Picnicking
Pond Fishing
Swimming
Youth Group Camping

Hiking
An extensive trail system is maintained in cooperation with the Connecticut Forest and Park Association, which provides volunteer assistance.

Camping
Gay City State Park offers Youth Group Camping.

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