Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Rocky Neck State Park is also closed until further notice due to a brush fire. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at a 'very high' or 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

Canoe & Kayak Rental At Burr Pond and
Lake Waramaug State Parks

Please be aware that rental operations close for inclement weather.
Canoe and Kayak rentals at Burr Pond State Park (Torrington) and Lake Waramaug State Park (New Preston).

Canoes and kayaks may be rented from Memorial Day through Labor Day. No reservations are necessary as rentals are done on a "first come-first served" basis. Rentals are available by the hour or by the day.

Rental Hours:
Weekdays: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Weekends: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Rental Rates (per boat)   
$15 per hour or $80 per day for single seat kayaks

$20 per hour or $100 per day for double kayaks or canoes
$10 per half hour, $15 per hour, for stand up paddleboard, no daily rate available.

Specific questions about rentals may be directed to:

Clarke Outdoors
163 Route 7
West Cornwall, CT  06796
Phone:  (860) 672-6365