Southford Falls State Park, a Connecticut State Park located near Ansonia, Bethel and Bridgeport

SOUTHFORD FALLS STATE PARK

SOUTHFORD FALLS STATE PARK
Quaker Farms Road Route 188
Southbury, Connecticut 06488

Phone: 203-264-5678
Toll Free: 866-287-2757
Reservations: 203-264-5678

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Have a day of family fun at Southford Falls State Park. Spend your day enjoying field sports, or try your luck at catching trout.

History of the Area

At the turn of the century, this was the site of the Diamond Match Company. Scenic waterfalls are at the southeast end of the Park on the Eight Mile River. The Larkin Bridle Trail is nearby.

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.

FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES OVERVIEW

Day-UseFishingyes

Hiking Trailyes

Swimming Beachyes

BoatingLaunch Rampsyes

CampingPrimitiveyes

Electric Sitesyes

WinterActivitiesyes

Fishing

Visitors can enjoy freshwater fishing in the park's pond and Eight Mile Brook. Common catches include trout, bass, and perch. Fishing enthusiasts may need a state license to cast their lines here during open seasons as per local regulations. The serene environment offers an ideal setting for both novice anglers and experienced fishermen alike.

Location

Southford Falls State Park is located near Ansonia, Bethel and Bridgeport

Nearby Parks

Kettletown State Park

Paugussett State Forest

George C Waldo State Park

Indian Well State Park

Rocky Glen State Park

Naugatuck State Forest

Whittemore Glen State Park

Osborndale State Park

Mattatuck State Forest

Black Rock State Park

Picnicking

Southford Falls State Park offers scenic picnicking spots with tables and grills overlooking the picturesque waterfall and covered bridge.

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews

May 18 Small relaxing park by Dave R.

Not a bad park to escape to for a bit. The waterfalls, and the trail that follows it down river are a nice relaxing walk. The fire tower however only gives you a closer look at of the top of the surrounding trees. You can see a little something after the leaves have fallen but the tower is nothing special. If you decide to walk the back side of the trails be ready to get your feet muddy.

February 1 Awesome. by John

Awesome park, very scenic from the top of the Fire Tower on top of the trail; you can see for miles. Great hike for a couple hours. Definitely a must-do.

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Area Campgrounds

Gentile's Campground
223 Mount Tobe Road Route 262
Plymouth, CT
860-283-8437

Area Cabins and Lodges

A Tres Jolie Day Spa LLC
522 Heritage Rd
Southbury, CT
(203) 264-0515

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Directions

From I-84: take Exit 16. At both east and west ramps, take a left onto Route 188. Follow to junction with Route 67. At traffic light, take a left onto Route 67. At the next light, take a right back onto Route 188. Southford Falls is a ? mile on the left.

From Route 8 north or south: take Exit 22 onto Route 67 in Seymour. Follow Route 67 north through Oxford. After about 9 miles, take a left at the traffic light at the Junction of Route 188. Southford Falls is approximately a ? mile on the right.