The Small Town In Connecticut That Comes Alive In The Fall Season
By Lisa Sammons|Published October 13, 2023
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Lisa Sammons
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Lisa loves animals and has dogs, rats, cats, guinea pigs, and snakes. She is passionate about animal rescue and live music - traveling across the country to see a favorite band is a pretty regular occurrence! Being out hiking in the woods enjoying the scenery with her beloved dogs is another favorite hobby, and also checking out the Pokemon Go scene in whatever city she happens to be in at any given time (coffee and dog leash in hand). You can reach Lisa at lsammons@onlyinyourstate.com
I love traveling in the fall. Fall in Connecticut is such a great time, and while it can feel like summer vacations get all the publicity, those of us who prefer cooler temperatures know that autumn vacations and day trips are the way to go. The scenery is magnificent, there are festivals and events galore, and everything just feels cheery and bright heading into the holiday season. It’s a wonderful time of year to check out some of our many small towns. One of our favorite fall day trips in Connecticut is the little town of East Haddam. This is such a scenic place, and it looks all the more amazing when surrounded by fall foliage. Check it out:
East Haddam is a Middlesex County town of about 8,500 people. It's a wonderful size: large enough to have amenities, but not so big that it feels overcome by urban landscape.
One of my favorite things about East Haddam is the abundance of outdoor recreational attractions here. Devil's Hopyard State Park is one of the best parks in the state, with a covered bridge, waterfalls, hiking trails, and more.
Devil's Hopyard State Park, 366 Hopyard Rd, East Haddam, CT 06423, USA
If you're hoping for family-friendly events to take the kids to, Ray of Light Farm offers an adorable adventure with its annual Not-So-Scary-Halloween Drive Thru.
Ray of Light Farm Inc, 232 Town St, East Haddam, CT 06423, USA
This non-profit animal sanctuary focuses on equine rescue and offers free visits throughout the year. The farm's main fundraising event is an adorable drive-through experience full of fun for young kids. You can purchase tickets at the Ray of Light Farm website.
