Connecticut State Parks and Forests COVID-19 Updates
Updates on the status of Connecticut State Parks and Forests due to COVID-19.
Recreation
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The Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) offers a wide variety of recreational maps in an array of formats. Find state park and forest recreational areas maps, fishing resource maps, bicycling maps, and more.
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Find Your City/Town's Public Pools
Find information on public pools in your area through your individual town or city website.
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Foliage season begins in mid-to-late September and extends through mid-to-late October. Peak color is estimated to be between October 5 and November 13. Visit here for a current foliage report and to find out where to view fall foliage in the state.
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The Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) is working hard to keep Connecticut's waterways safe, clean, and fun for all boaters by promoting education about boats and boating in Connecticut. Access up-to-date news about boating in the state and more.
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Find information, updates, and news about fishing in Connecticut.
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Find hunting area maps, latest news, the Deer Lottery, and purchase hunting, trapping, and fishing licenses online. The Hunting & Trapping Guide is available, as is further information on tagging and reporting deer and turkey.
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Hiking, Biking, Camping, Winter Activities, and more.
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The No Child Left Inside program introduces children to the wonder of nature.
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State Swimming Area Water Quality Report
Residents looking for a place to swim can check this list of state shoreline parks and lakes and parks to make sure they are open. Information about the latest water quality tests also is available.
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IT Capital Investment Program - Project Status Reports
Each agency receiving funds through the Information Technology Capital Investment Program must report semi-annually to the Information Technology Strategy and Investment Committee and OPM, IT Policy Director. The reports on this page are separated by those projects already completed (closed out) and projects still underway (Active).
Agency: Office of Policy and Management
Connecticut Waterfront Updates
This website provides information on the status of swimming areas throughout the state to help you plan ahead.
Fishing
Access information to help you start your Connecticut fishing adventure, including where to fish, what fish you are likely to find there, and more to keep you safe and successful on the water.