Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

Passport to the Parks

Connecticut has made state parks, forests, trails, historic sites and beaches more accessible to our residents so they can enjoy the many attractions and beauty they offer. Under the Passport to the Parks program, parking fees are now eliminated at Connecticut State Parks for those with Connecticut registered vehicles.

CT State Parks and Forests 

Your go-to outdoor place!  Located around the state, our 110 state parks and 32 state forests offer a place for every outdoor enthusiast to refresh and recharge by  visiting recreation areas, museums, and nature centers all while enjoying our state's historic, cultural and natural resources.   

COVID-19 Operation Updates

The trails and grounds of Connecticut State Parks and Forests are open for solitary outdoor enjoyment. If you plan to visit a park, it should be for solitary recreation, not group activities. At many inland State Parks, swimming is prohibited and beaches there are closed. Please plan ahead as many amenities and indoor facilities are closed, and visitors must practice social distancing.