Mount Bushnell State Park

Mount Bushnell State Park is an undeveloped public recreation area in Washington, Connecticut, south of Lake Waramaug. Covering 214 acres, it was established primarily for hiking and other low-impact outdoor use rather than built facilities. The park began when the state purchased 70 acres in 1916, and it has since grown into a larger preserve managed by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. Its significance lies in its intentionally simple character, which protects a largely natural landscape while providing public access for quiet recreation.

New Preston, Connecticut · United States