Lake Lillinonah

A man-made lake called Lake Lillinonah can be found in Western Connecticut's Fairfield, Litchfield, and New Haven counties, about 97 kilometers northeast of New York City. Only Candlewood Lake is smaller than it, making it Connecticut's second-largest lake. Six communities encircle the lake: Roxbury, Southbury, Newtown, Bridgewater, and Newtown.

The 1,900-acre Lake Lillinonah is the second-largest lake in the area after Candlewood Lake. This stunning lake, which borders the Housatonic River, was built in 1955 as part of the construction of the Shepaug Dam. It is simple to ride or trek your way to the cool sea because two state parks flank its shoreline.

Lover's Leap State Park in New Milford is quite beautiful; it has 127 acres of property and a variety of trails to select from. With a quick, easy ascent, Lover's Leap Trail offers one of Lake Lillinonah's most stunning views. Six Connecticut towns encircle the lake, and 43 miles of its shores are covered in trees. Lake Lillinonah is one of the best lakes to visit in Connecticut.

Location: Fairfield, Litchfield, and New Haven counties, Connecticut