Fort Shantok State Park, a Connecticut State Park located near Colchester, Groton and Jewett City

FORT SHANTOK STATE PARK

Fort Shantok State Park is a historic and scenic area known for its lush greenery, walking trails, picnic areas, and fishing spots. It was once the site of an important Mohegan tribal village. The park offers visitors opportunities to learn about Native American history while enjoying outdoor activities amidst beautiful natural surroundings.

Passes

Connecticut has made state parks, forests, trails, historic sites and beaches more accessible to our residents so they can enjoy the many attractions and beauty they offer. Under the Passport to the Parks program, parking fees are now eliminated at Connecticut State Parks for those with Connecticut registered vehicles. You can view the CONNECTICUT PASSPORT TO THE PARKS web page to learn more.

Nearby Accommodations

Captain Stannard Bed and Breakfast Country Inn - Westbrook , CT

BBs / Inns

Located along the CT Shoreline midway between New York City and Boston, and only one hour from Hartford, with tons of local attractions both on the Long Island Sound and the Connecticut River.

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DIRECTIONS

15.3 miles from park*

Location

Fort Shantok State Park is located near Colchester, Groton and Jewett City

Nearby Parks

Stoddard Hill State Park

Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park

Fort Griswold State Park

Bluff Point State Park

Harkness Memorial State Park

Nehantic State Forest

Devils Hopyard State Park

Hopeville Pond State Park

Pachaug State Forest

Rocky Neck State Park

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews

July 16 Good place to access the river. by FISHGORE302

Not like the above post, this park is not on the Connecticut river, it is on the Thames river. The CT river is 30 minutes west of this river.

July 26 Easy walking. Great views of reservoir.

December 31 Rock Hound Heaven by ladymonarda

Fort Shantok State Park is right along the Ct. River and has some very nice vistas. It also has many different kinds of stones and rocks along the shore and in the park itself. It is the burial place of Chief Uncas. It is relatively small with some easy trails, has a nice picnic area, and is a nice stop if you are heading down to Mohegan Sun. Great place to just relax and breathe some air.