It's a beautiful place to spend with your family. It's a small quiet beach with clear water.read more

Great park. Went here for the first time for my company picnic. We took up the entire pavilion…read morearea. Weather was good, mid 70's. Set-up some volley ball, frisbee can, corn hole, and few people fished along the shore. Looks like they also have a beach and place to launch kayaks. Our picnic was in mid-September, since those activities looked like they were done for the season, we'll have to wait until next year, if we go a bit earlier.

We had a great experience with Bassman Fishing Tours! Jed is an attentive and knowledgeable guide…read more He made the day fun for all and all four of us caught some nice fish. His boat is very clean, has plenty of seating and runs exceptionally well. Jed was on time, efficient and gave us a clear description of the game plan before we left the dock. The bait he selected was exactly what the fish were biting on that day and we did not run out as Jed would replace bait if it looked like they were not lively enough. He consistently repositioned the boat as he called out the depth of the bottom and how deep we should be fishing. In short, if you want to ensure you will catch fish and enjoy your time doing so, Jed at Bassman Fishing Tours is your man.

We booked a charter this past weekend with Jed at Bassman Tours. It was an absolutely fantastic…read moreexperience! Jed was super personable and great to fish with. He was knowledgable and had us catching a TON of fish! I would highly recommend Bassman Fishing Tours if you're looking to have a great day on the water.

Was a member for a couple of years. The setting is great. The management is lax which leads to…read morearbitrary decisions regarding membership fees and enforcement of rules. As an individual senior, I asked this year for a rate commensurate with that status. After going back and forth with vague interpretation on their part, I was told that the fee for one senior is the same as the fee for two seniors. As a result, I've chosen not to return. The McDomald family, who owns this venue, is tone deaf to suggestions and recommendations from members. They are not ADA compliant. The bathroom stalls in the womens bathroom are so small one's knees hit the door while on the toilet. The attitude of the McDonald family seems to be, "if you don't like it, don't join".

Very nice beach with lifeguards and picnic tables. I enjoyed swimming there this summer. Plenty…read moreof parking. The bathroom could use some renovations. Too small and difficult to change in that small space. Well maintained beachfront.

I just love this park!!! The scenery and atmosphere is just absolutely beautiful. I come into the…read morepark for my walks and to sit by lake for a few minutes to clear my mind. Osbornedale State Park has a hiking trail, fishing, picnic areas, and t nearby Osborne Homestead Museum. The prominent Osborne family owned numerous metal working and fabric product factories in the area. At the young age of 31, Frances Osborne, later Mrs. Waldo Kellogg, took over the family business when her father died in 1907. Miss Osborne decided to take over the family business instead of selling it. Additionally, it was contrary to the advice of the executers of her father's estate, and a brave undertaking for a woman in the early part of the century. Despite the prejudices against woman in business at that time, Mrs. Frances Osborne Kellogg was very successful in her many businesses and investments. By adhering to the belief that one should always buy land but never sell it. Mrs. Kellogg gradually acquired numerous separate farms which now comprise the 350 acre Osbornedale State Park, an unusually large property in the Derby-Ansonia area.

Since I was in the area on a beautiful sunny day, I decided to finally check out the Osborndale…read moreState Park, which many people have enjoyed for years. It is small and has beautiful trails. It is a great place to have a picnic. It was peaceful and very relaxing to spend some time outside in nature.

Very pretty area, it's in the back of what I think are municipal buildings. The water seems calm…read morebut I'm sure it has its days of chaos. There is also an entrance further down next to a garden center but it is closed - the road is roped off.

This boat launch is fairly new; constructed in November/December 2023. Parking is on gravel behind…read morethe Canton Public Works Department. The launch is connected to he Collinsville Walking Trail. This is a great addition to the area; it makes it easier to unload kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards. The ramp has a railing. There is a trash can and recycling bin up near the trail. What I noticed were empty water bottles by the launch; come on people, clean up after yourselves. The Farmington River is beautiful and having this boat launch will make it even more enjoyable.

Ahh, the lake…read more Things about the lake that kids don't know, but we discover with them: 1) Fish live here, and if you stand still, you'll see them. 2) Fish don't bite you. 3) The water has a smell, but it's not bad. 4) The water has a taste, and it's not good (but not ocean bad). 5) Waves are non-existent. 6) You can see your toes, even 30 feet from shore. Did it beat the ocean this year? You bet. Entirely uncrowded, we had a shaded spot all to ourselves. We could watch the kids play in the water while relaxing, and not burning or baking. The facilities were a little rough but functional, parking super easy, people are all nice. It is a nice spot and a definite return visit candidate. Too bad it's 2 hours from our home... --#

I have always liked going there for a fun day of swimming and just plain enjoying my time there in…read morethe summer. The fact that after all these years it is still standing tells me that the people still enjoy going there and still want it to be preserved.

The signage is not great, especially if you are looking for the waterfall. But once found, it was a…read moregreat hike. There are 3 different trails, from 0.5m to 1m each way. You can go to the summit and get to see the beautiful river or head down to the waterfall. Unfortunately we went after a dry summer, and the waterfall was a very small trickle which was anticlimactic. But the hike was still fun. Warning: some paths are very narrow and can only take one person at a time. If going with kids, be warned. If your kids are prone to not listening and wandering, this is not the right hike. The paths are not paved and the risk of getting hurt if varying off-course are great. Since I mentioned about the signage...here are some tips. If you go to the general parking area, that is for the beach. It is very pretty to walk along and take photos or launch kayaks...but this is not the parking lot for the waterfall. Instead, go to the small parking lot on the other side of the road (do not pass the train tracks). If you go right, there is good signage that explains the 3 trails and markers. If you go left, it's the shortest 0.5m path directly to the waterfall (it's the red/blue path). Enjoy!

Walking trail around the lake is just under a mile. 4 laps around is about 8,000 steps! Love it…read more Look for the famous Lake Owl and the quiet heron Pickleball courts are sexy and new as of 9/30/23! I see people fishing and everyone you'll bump into there is the friendliest person you'll meet all day! Totally dog friendly! With refuse bins along the lake to drop ur doggie baggies into.