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Torrington and the entire Northwest Corner of Connecticut have so many things to do, that I can't possibly name them all. I have added some to my site in hopes that you get educated on all of the local fun available. Feel free to call me any time for more ideas!
Burr Pond 5 miles north of Torrington on Rte. 8. Site of Borden's first condensed milk factory. Scenic trail encircles 88 acre pond. 40 wooded campsites, concession, water, change house, flush toilets, picnicking, pond fishing, swimming, hiking, boating, x-country skiing, ice skating, mountain biking. Charge: daily. Campground Office: (860) 379-0172 (mid-April-Sept. 30). Park Office: (860) 482-1817. www. http://www.ct.gov/dep/site/default.asp
Haight Vineyard 29 Chestnut Hill Rd., (1 mi. east of Litchfield Green, off Rte. 118) Litchfield, CT 06759. (860) 567-4045. Winery and visitors center overlooking the historic Town of Litchfield. "Connecticut's First Established Winery" is open 7 days a week, all year long, Mon.-Sat. 10:30-5, Sun. noon-5. Guided Winery Tours 11-2:30, or Group Tours by appt. Complimentary Tastings, specialty gift shop, and our delightful vineyard walk. Call for information about "Taste of the Litchfield Hills" mid-June. "Harvest Festival" mid-Sept. On the CT Wine Trail. www.http://www.haightvineyards.com/
Lee's Riding Stable, Inc. 57 East Litchfield Rd., off Rte. 118, Litchfield, CT 06759. Phone: (860) 567-0785. Horseback riding on quiet, well-mannered horses, through open and wooded trails. All trail rides are walking. English and western riding lessons and pony rides available. Indoor riding on rainy days. Boarding. Breeders of registered Morgan horses. Visitors always welcome. www.windfieldmorganfarm.com
www.registercitzen.com
www.torringtonct.org
www.nwctchamberofcommerce.org
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