Going on a picnic is a great way to get outdoors and have a unique meal experience without emptying your wallet. So if you’ve been looking for the perfect place to set up a family outing or a romantic lunch, this list is exactly what you need! Each of these spots is perfect for spending the afternoon and catching the views over a light meal.
- Elizabeth Park (Hartford)
Jane C./TripAdvisor The Rose Garden at this national historic park is perfect for setting a romantic scene, especially if you come during the summer concert series.
- Gouveia Vineyards (Wallingford)
Eric H./Yelp Take advantage of the picnic tables or set up shop in the grass. The sunsets here are hard to beat!
- Hammonasset Beach State Park (Madison)
Heather G./Trip Advisor Choose between beach, grass, covered, and uncovered tables. And enjoy the company of wildlife!
- Bigelow Hollow State Park (Union)
skippermark/TripAdvisor With over 9,000 acres of land, you can opt for a spot in the woods or go lakeside. If you’re into hiking, consider picking a trail and eating atop the hills.
- Bradley Point Park (West Haven)
Erin Eberhardt/Facebook The open field is perfect for kite flying, frisbee throwing, and of course, picnics! Plus this place usually isn’t too crowded.
- Wharton Brook State Park (North Haven)
Robin Elizabeth Charlton/Facebook With built-in barbecues and picnic areas, this spot is perfect for grilling burgers and taking a dip in the lake.
- East Rock Park (Hamden)
Jennifer L./Yelp The walking trails here are great for taking in the scenery and working up an appetite.
- Painter Park (West Haven)
Jwd F./Yelp Long time family favorite, this park offers playgrounds, fields, and picnic spaces galore for every age.
- Wickham Park (Manchester)
Tuong Vi P./Yelp Bring a blanket and choose from one of the six themed gardens to have the picnic you’ve been day dreaming of!
- Indian Well State Park (Shelton)
TheDemonChicken/Wikimedia One of the most beautiful places to watch the sky, enjoy a bite beside a waterfall or along the Housatonic.
Have you been to any of these awesome Connecticut spots? Tell us about your favorite place to picnic!
Jane C./TripAdvisor
The Rose Garden at this national historic park is perfect for setting a romantic scene, especially if you come during the summer concert series.
Eric H./Yelp
Take advantage of the picnic tables or set up shop in the grass. The sunsets here are hard to beat!
Heather G./Trip Advisor
Choose between beach, grass, covered, and uncovered tables. And enjoy the company of wildlife!
skippermark/TripAdvisor
With over 9,000 acres of land, you can opt for a spot in the woods or go lakeside. If you’re into hiking, consider picking a trail and eating atop the hills.
Erin Eberhardt/Facebook
The open field is perfect for kite flying, frisbee throwing, and of course, picnics! Plus this place usually isn’t too crowded.
Robin Elizabeth Charlton/Facebook
With built-in barbecues and picnic areas, this spot is perfect for grilling burgers and taking a dip in the lake.
Jennifer L./Yelp
The walking trails here are great for taking in the scenery and working up an appetite.
Jwd F./Yelp
Long time family favorite, this park offers playgrounds, fields, and picnic spaces galore for every age.
Tuong Vi P./Yelp
Bring a blanket and choose from one of the six themed gardens to have the picnic you’ve been day dreaming of!
TheDemonChicken/Wikimedia
One of the most beautiful places to watch the sky, enjoy a bite beside a waterfall or along the Housatonic.
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