Lake Hayward Tours

There's nothing like chilling out by the water while you're on vacation. Bring a picnic to Lake Hayward and then stay for an impressive sunset.

You'll have sightseeing choices galore when spending time in Colchester. Lake Hayward is an ideal place to begin here, but there are loads of other interesting sights to visit. Colchester Historical Society Museum, Devil's Hopyard State Park, and Gardner Lake State Park are near the body of water and will top off your day nicely.

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Graduate by Hilton New Haven

Graduate by Hilton New Haven

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Downtown New Haven
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Beechmont - Perfect for Family Retreat!

Beechmont - Perfect for Family Retreat!

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Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale

Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale

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Downtown New Haven
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Popular places to visit

Chapman Falls at Devil's Hopyard State Park in CT. The falls are just a short walk from the parking lot. This photo was taken in the Spring but in the summer you can swim here.

Devil's Hopyard State Park

You can take time to visit Devil's Hopyard State Park during your travels to East Haddam. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Devil's Hopyard State Park

Colchester Historical Society Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Colchester Historical Society Museum during your trip to Colchester. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its casinos.

Colchester Historical Society Museum

Backus Health Center

Though Backus Health Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Colchester while you are here.

Backus Health Center

Mark's Tree Farm Zip Line

Enjoy an outing to Mark's Tree Farm Zip Line during your stay in Colchester. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

Mark's Tree Farm Zip Line

Bashan Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bashan Lake during your travels in East Haddam. Discover the area's waterfalls and sunsets.

Bashan Lake

Priam Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Priam Vineyards during your travels to Colchester. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Priam Vineyards

Best Lodging Options Near Lake Hayward

Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
298 E Haddam Moodus Rd East Haddam CT
Postcard Cabins Machimoodus, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Mohegan Sun

Mohegan Sun

4.5 out of 5
1 Mohegan Sun Boulevard Montville CT
Mohegan Sun
Holiday Inn Norwich by IHG

Holiday Inn Norwich by IHG

3 out of 5
10 Laura Blvd Norwich CT
Holiday Inn Norwich by IHG
Hampton Inn Norwich

Hampton Inn Norwich

2.5 out of 5
154 Salem Turnpike Norwich CT
Hampton Inn Norwich
Comfort Suites Near Casinos Norwich-Uncasville CT

Comfort Suites Near Casinos Norwich-Uncasville CT

2.5 out of 5
275 Otrobando Ave. Norwich CT
Comfort Suites Near Casinos Norwich-Uncasville CT
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Uncasville Casino Area

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Uncasville Casino Area

2.5 out of 5
1954 Norwich New London Tpke Montville CT
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Uncasville Casino Area
Hyatt Place Uncasville - Casino Area

Hyatt Place Uncasville - Casino Area

3 out of 5
2049 Norwich Montville CT
Hyatt Place Uncasville - Casino Area
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Uncasville Mohegan Sun Area

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Uncasville Mohegan Sun Area

3 out of 5
2255 Norwich-New London Turnpike Montville CT
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Uncasville Mohegan Sun Area
Courtyard by Marriott Norwich

Courtyard by Marriott Norwich

3 out of 5
181 W Town St Norwich CT
Courtyard by Marriott Norwich
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