Friends fishing at Sunrise State Park (Instagram@ciearajy)

Sunrise State Park

East Haddam, CT

With more than 4,700 feet of frontage on the Salmon River and connection to 300-acre Machimoodus State Park and its network of trails, Sunrise State Park is an epicenter of nature, adventure, and modern Connecticut history. Sunrise State Park was once home to storied resort getaways — first Ted Hilton’s Hideway, then the Frank Davis Resort, and most recently the Sunrise Resort. Today, the 146-acre park is an idyllic spot to set up a picnic, kayak on the Salmon River, watch for bald eagles fly fish, or even cross-country ski.

Views from the Park
Purple skyline at Sunrise State Park (Instagram@shannysfarm)
Little boy walking down path at Sunrise State Park (Instagram@jross0302)
Boy paddling kayak at Sunrise (Instagram@teismomi_copy)
Sunsetting at Sunrise State Park (Instagram@smartsafari)
Group of friends snowshoeing through Sunrise State Park (Instagram@terilp)
Trails through Sunrise State Park (Instagram@420_pictures_420)
Water view at Sunrise State Park (Instagram@singmexf09)
Location

121 Leesville Road
East Haddam, CT 06469

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Details

Open Daily
(8:00 a.m. – Sunset)

Park Maps
Contact

Main (860) 424-3200

Father and son in kayak at Sunrise State Park (Instagram@teismomi)
Activities

Overview

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Biking

Boating

Know Before you Go

Fishing

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Before heading out, be sure to check the latest water conditions and fishing regulations. 

Hiking

Horseback Riding

Multi- Use Trails

Nature

Picnicking

Winter

Sunrise State Park is a popular location for winter activities including hiking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. Bring your own equipment!

Additional Park Info

Fees

Free

Accessibility

N/A

Pets

Yes, on leash

Trails through Sunrise State Park (Instagram@420_pictures_420)
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