State Park · Connecticut

River Highlands State Park

Location: Middlesex County, Connecticut
Nearest town: 1.8 miles northeast of Cromwell
Type: State Park

About River Highlands State Park

The west bank of the Connecticut River forms the edge of this 177-acre property, giving visitors direct access to the water. The land is managed by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, which oversees the site as a public recreation area. The park has been in operation since 2001, set on the Cromwell shoreline along the river.

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

Getting there

River Highlands State Park is in Middlesex County, Connecticut, 1.8 miles northeast of Cromwell. 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.

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