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    Gillette Castle State Park

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      2 miles
    • Rating
      ★★★★☆
    • Address
      67 River Rd, East Haddam, CT 06423, USA
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    At A Glance

    Connecticut State Park

    122 acres in East Haddam, CT

    Parking: Large lot near 67 River Rd, East Haddam, CT

    Trail Map        Trails: 2 miles       Rating: ★★★★☆

    History

    Established as a state park in 1943.

    Links

    Friends of Gillette Castle State Park

    The Geology of Gillette Castle State Park (archive link 2018)

    Peter Marteka – Gillette’s Castle Offers Rare, Expansive Views During Winter (2015)

    Peter Marteka – A Visit To The Dungeon Of Gillette’s Castle And Scenic Whalebone Cove (2013)

    CTMQ – Gillette Castle State Park Intro (2017)

    Joe Wojtas – For Old Shipwrecks, a New Protection (2003)

    Tags
    • ★★★★☆
    • 2016
    • 2017
    • 2019
    • State Archaeological Preserve
    • East Haddam
    • Explored
    • Middlesex County
    • Connecticut River
    • CT River Boat Launches
    • CT River Camping
    • State Park
    • Peter Marteka
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    The information shown here is for general reference purposes only. exploreCT.org gives no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy or reliability of this data. Parking in all areas, whether designated here or not, is at your own risk. exploreCT.org is not responsible for any damage or loss to vehicles or contents. Last updated March 4th, 2019

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    • 67 River Rd, East Haddam, CT 06423, USA

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