Recreation Facilities in Chester, Connecticut.

We are so fortunate to live near so many beautiful bodies of water. Within walking distance from Chester Center is Chester Cove and of course the majestic Connecticut River. Both are great for canoeing and kayaking. The river can also be explored by motorboat, sailboat, or dingy. Just across the river are Selden Creek and Whalebone Creek, both accessible by watercraft with a shallow draft and well worth a detour.

Four miles up the road we have Cockaponset State Forest which is suitable for fishing, hiking and swimming in Cockaponset Lake. On your way to the forest, you will pass Cedar Lake, another great swimming and fishing hole that has a state boat launch.

If you are traveling by boat we have many wonderful marinas. They all take transients, but Chrisholm is only one that offers complimentary car service into town.

Castle Marina
http://www.castle-marina.com

Chester Point Marina
http://www.chesterpointmarina.com

Chrisholm Marina
http://www.chrisholmmarina.com

Hays Haven Marina
860-526-9366

Camp Hazen YMCA
Summer youth resident and day camps, teen leadership programs. Year-round outdoor education, team building and leadership development programs, retreats and conferences.
camphazenymca.org
office@camphazenymca.org
204 West Main Street 860-526-9529



Cedar Lake
Bordered by Cockaponsett State Forest on the northeast, this 75-acre lake has a public beach on Route 148 to the southeast. A public, state-owned boat launch is located at the northern end. Fishing season begins on the third Saturday in April and ends on the last day of February. Info: 860-526-0013



Cockaponset State Forest
Pattaconk Lake. Enjoy swimming, fishing, mountain biking, hiking and cross country skiing, in CT's second largest state forest. The forest recreation areas are open from 8 am to sunset. Other areas are open 1/2 hour before sunrise to 1/2 hour after sunset. Info: 860-663-2030

Guest House Retreat
and Conference Center
A not-for-profit educational retreat and conference center offering a wide range of programs. We also host organizations and teachers who wish to present their own retreats, conferences, or programs.
GuestHouseCenter.org
318 West Main Street 860-322-5770

RadSport Outfitter's, LLC
We miss you!
radsportoutfitters.com


rachelryansfitness
This unique, semi-private gym offers memberships as well as personal training, group exercise, and nutritional coaching for all ages. As a former teacher and trainer with over 15 years experience, Rachel Ryan, MA, know how to make getting fit fun! Members hours: 5:00 am - 11:00 with FOB Key. Contact us for an appointment to see the gym
rachelryansfintess@gmail.com
15 North Main St. Chester
rachelryansfitness.com
860-227-0348

Flight Way Farm
Riding lessons on kind, safe horses help build self-esteem and confidence. 40 years of teaching experience. Terry Schreiber
40 Winthrop Road 860-526-9683

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