Lake Waramaug has been noted in the book 1000 Places to See Before You Die as one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, offering a wide variety of year-round outdoor activities for visitors. The 656-acre lake spans four miles along the Housatonic River Drainage Basin and is the state’s second-largest natural freshwater lake, located near the towns of Warren and Washington.

Though portions of the lake are closed as private waterfront for town residents, visitor access is provided at Lake Waramaug State Park, which offers swimming, trout and bass fishing, and a public boat launch site. Canoe and kayak rentals are available, along with public beach and picnic areas. A number of secluded campsites overlooking the lake within forest areas are also available.

Lake Waramaug , 30 Lake Waramaug Rd, New Preston, CT 06777

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