Connecticut
Hopeville Pond State Park
Verified by America’s State Parks Editorial Team – Updated February 2026
Eastern Connecticut’s Camping Haven
Hopeville Pond offers peaceful camping, swimming, and fishing in Connecticut’s Quiet Corner. A family-friendly getaway near the Rhode Island border.
Camping
| Type | Sites | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 80 | Water nearby |
| Season | Mid-April – October | |
Reserve: ct.gov/deep or Reserve America.
Swimming
Sandy beach with seasonal lifeguards on Hopeville Pond.
Fishing
Stocked with trout in spring. Bass, panfish, and pickerel year-round.
Is there trout fishing?
Yes! Hopeville Pond is stocked with trout in spring—excellent early-season fishing.
Last updated: February 20, 2026

