Cockaponset State Forest Tours

From elephants to wolves, forests are home to some incredible creatures. While we can't promise you'll see those animals at Cockaponset State Forest, you'll have fun spotting what wildlife does live here.

If you've got time to stop for a while in Old Lyme, Cockaponset State Forest is a fine place to kick off your sightseeing. This dense growth of trees is one of numerous attractions that'll keep you occupied here. Essex Steam Train, Gillette Castle State Park, and Essex Island Marina are also ready to be explored nearby.

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Motel 6 Windsor Locks, CT - Hartford

Motel 6 Windsor Locks, CT - Hartford

2 out of 5
per person
Sep 12 - Sep 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Myrtle Beach (MYR) to Hartford (BDL)
6.4/10 (1,005 reviews)
NOTE: Directly under the flight path for planes coming in to Bradley. They pass very close overhead and are EXTREMELY loud! Bring some earplugs.

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

Delamar West Hartford

Delamar West Hartford

4 out of 5
per person
Sep 11 - Sep 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Hartford (BDL)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (986 reviews)
Valet parking was especially nice in West Hartford where parking is cutthroat.

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Windsor Locks / Bradley Intl Airport

Days Inn by Wyndham Windsor Locks / Bradley Intl Airport

2 out of 5
per person
Sep 12 - Sep 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Myrtle Beach (MYR) to Hartford (BDL)
6.6/10 (1,485 reviews)
Value stay close to airport and bfast.

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

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This is a hidden gem. Actually across the street from the overflow parking lot. Follow the tracks. This is best as a morning shot... 8-9:30 a.m. Great textures and details on this piece. I spent an hour shooting it. The "AMERICAN" logo is classic. #Abandoned

Essex Steam Train

4/5(110 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Essex Steam Train during your travels in Essex Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Essex Steam Train
Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park

Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park

Enjoy an outing to Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park during your stay in Centerbrook. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park
#artistcolony #americanimpressionism

Florence Griswold Museum

5/5(2 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Florence Griswold Museum during your travels in Old Lyme. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Florence Griswold Museum

Essex Island Marina

3.5/5(5 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Essex Village with a trip to Essex Island Marina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Essex Island Marina

Connecticut River Museum

5/5(1 review)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Connecticut River Museum during your trip to Essex Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Connecticut River Museum

Hattitudes

Enjoy an outing to Hattitudes during your stay in Essex Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Hattitudes

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The Answer - Charming, Unique, Tidal, Riverfront Escape - Kayaks, AC Firepit
The Answer - Charming, Unique, Tidal, Riverfront Escape - Kayaks, AC Firepit
Lyme
The Answer - Charming, Unique, Tidal, Riverfront Escape - Kayaks, AC Firepit
Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art
Luxurious midcentury modern glass house in the woods, chefs kitchen & great art
Old Lyme
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Downtown Essex Apartment - Steps to River!
Downtown Essex Apartment - Steps to River!
3 out of 5
Essex
Downtown Essex Apartment - Steps to River!
Downtown Essex Apartment - Steps to River!
Downtown Essex Apartment - Steps to River!
Essex
Downtown Essex Apartment - Steps to River!
Quality Inn Old Saybrook - Westbrook
Quality Inn Old Saybrook - Westbrook
2.5 out of 5
100 Essex Rd, Old Saybrook, CT
Quality Inn Old Saybrook - Westbrook
Private beautiful setting, Lyme's best kept secret, Swim, Boat, Fish, Hike
Private beautiful setting, Lyme's best kept secret, Swim, Boat, Fish, Hike
Lyme
Private beautiful setting, Lyme's best kept secret, Swim, Boat, Fish, Hike
Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown!
Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown!
Essex
Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown!
Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown!
Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown!
3 out of 5
Essex
Historic Essex Home w/ Large Yard Near Downtown!
Rogers Lake House (87) · CT College+Beach+USCGA
Rogers Lake House (87) · CT College+Beach+USCGA
Old Lyme
Rogers Lake House (87) · CT College+Beach+USCGA
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