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Lovers Leap State Park

Lovers Leap State Park
Photo: Doug Kerr, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Location
Litchfield County, Connecticut
Nearest town
2.2 miles south of New Milford
Type
State Park

About Lovers Leap State Park

160 acres straddle the Housatonic Gorge, where the Housatonic River cuts through the landscape near the junction of Routes 67 and 202. Trails lead hikers to scenic and historic points within the gorge area. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection manages the grounds.

Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.

Getting there

Lovers Leap State Park is in Litchfield County, Connecticut, 2.2 miles south of New Milford. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.

State parks near Lovers Leap State Park

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Towns near Lovers Leap State Park

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Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.