This park has a rich history connecting back to the revolutionary war. This was the site of the Continental Army's 1779 winter encampment under the command of General Israel Putnam. The site consists of remains of the encampment, reconstructed log buildings, and a museum.
Hike on trails with friends and family. Paved roads and packed dirt trails are available for those who prefer a flatter surface. Historic sites dot the trails throughout the park, a prime learning opportunity for younger children and the hobby historian! Stop by the Putnam Park Pond for a bite to eat under the sun at the picnic table on its eastern side. Or take a shot at the interpretive hiking areas and explore the woods on older and faded trails.
The Friends and Neighbors of Putnam State Park offer many opportunities to learn more about the park's history and cultural attractions.
This park offers:
Parking
The park is open from 8 am to sunset.
Pets on a leash are permitted in picnic areas and on hiking trails.
Toilets, picnic tables, museum, parking
Youth camping
For more information, visit the CTDEEP State Parks website or The Friends and Neighbors is Putnam Park website or contact:
Intersection of Route 107 and Route 58
Redding
Off I-95: take Exit 17. Take Route 136 north for 9 miles. At the intersection of Route 136 and Route 58, take Route 58 north and drive 8.8 miles. Putnam Memorial is at the intersection of Route 107 and Route 58.
Off the Merritt Parkway Southbound: Take Exit 42. Take Route 136 north for 5.2 miles. At the intersection of Route 136 and Route 58 take Route 58 north and drive 8.8 miles. Putnam Memorial is at the intersection of Route 107 and Route 58.
Off the Merritt Parkway Northbound: Take exit 44. Take Route 58 north for 12.4 miles. Putnam is at the intersection of Route 58 and Route 107.
From the East: Off I-84 westbound, take Exit 10. Go right off the exit and follow to Route 25 south. Take a right onto Route 302 west and follow approx 6 miles to Route 58 south. Take a left onto Route 58 and follow south for 2.8 miles. Putnam Memorial is at the intersection of Route 58 and Route 107.
From the West: Off I-84, take Exit 10. Go left off the exit and follow to the Route 25 south. Take a right onto Route 302 west and follow approx 6 miles to Route 58 south. Take a left onto Route 58 and follow south for 2.8 miles. Putnam Memorial is at the intersection of Route 58 and Route 107.
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