Also known as Recreational Area Otter Brook Lake, this picturesque park was a perfect hike to enjoy the fall foliage. Technically, the park is closed for the season, but foot traffic is allowed. There is a small amount of parking near the entrance and we walked into the park from there. A map shows the layout of the park and where dogs can roam on and off leash.
Otter Brook is lovely with babbling water flowing over large rocks. The leaves on the trees were brilliant shades of red and yellow. White bark of the birch trees framed the forest. There is a bridge over and along the Brook. Picnic tables, grills and pavilions are available when the park is open for the season.
Further back, we found Otter Brook Lake, created by the Army Corps of Engineers. The lake is sparklingly with reflections of the trees. There is a beach on the lake, but swimming is not currently allowed. There are two restroom facilities and more parking, that were closed for the season.
Paved and unpaved trails wind around the lake. There was no charge to enter the park (10/24).
Lovely and quiet make the park a win in my book. read more