Centuries ago primitive Native American tribes heard weird noises and rumblings in the area now covered by the Machimoodus State Park – they named the area Machimoodus (place of bad noises) and the name stuck. (It is now thought that the noises were causes by seismic activity). Today this 300 acre park overlooks the Salmon River, where it provides a popular outdoor recreation area. Hiking, picnicking and bird watching are the main activities in the park – various old farm roads and trails offer access to two elevated look out points. Bird watching is said to be very rewarding in this park and bald eagles are regularly spotted during the winter months.

Machimoodus State Park, 128 Leesville Road, Moodus, CT 06469, 860-424-3200

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