Selden Neck State Park

One of four camp areas on the largest island of the Connecticut River, Cedars Camp Area is a spot to be coveted. After arriving by boat, you’re invited to explore the island’s trails in search of wildlife, scenic outlooks and remains of a former quarry building. Make a reservation by making a written request at least two weeks prior to your stay. Read more...

Pretty much the next best thing to that secret island in the Bahamas where you can swim with wild pigs, Hogback Camp Area is the smallest of four camp areas on an island in the Connecticut River. After docking your boat, you can explore trails around the island that will treat you to scenic views and a look at yesteryear, when the island was home Read more...

The second smallest site on the island, Springledge Camp Area was created by the Connecticut State Parks crew to help visitors explore the nearby trails which leads to an old quarry and remains of a farmstead. Hunting is permitted (except on Sundays) so be smart about it. Wear bright clothing and give a “hey girl” (or boy) so your location isn’t a Read more...

The southernmost of four camp areas on an island, Quarry Knob Camp Area makes for a quiet retreat on the Connecticut River. Once you wash ashore and catch forty winks in your hammock, take a walk on a marked trail near the campsite that leads to the quarry area on the southeast end of the island. Another trail extends northwest to the ruins of an Read more...