Hinsdale

Ashmere Island

An island in the northern part of the lake. Great for picnicking; if doing so, all traces of food must be picked up and taken with you! Only accessible by boat except in cases where the water has frozen deep enough to support going on foot over the ice. The boat launch in the far south of the lake is the only public access point for watercraft.

Cleveland Brook Reservoir

Reservoir popular for fishing and birdwatching. There are no formal parking areas; instead, park on the roadside, making sure that one's vehicle is fully off of the road. From there, the reservoir beaches can be accessed on foot.

Hinsdale Flats WMA Parking at Middlefield Rd

One of two northern parking areas for Hinsdale Flats WMA. This parking location and access road are usually only open for the spring turkey and fall hunting seasons.

Hinsdale Flats WMA Parking at Middlefield Rd/Fassell Rd

One of two northern parking areas for Hinsdale Flats WMA. As the other parking area is closed much of the year, this is the more reliable of the two.

Hinsdale Flats Wildlife Management Area

Over 1,900 acres of wildlife preserve. Available to the public for hiking, wildlife viewing, fishing, hunting, trapping, and hiking. In addition to the parking areas listed below, parking can also be found along Creamery Rd, Bullard's Crossing Rd, Buttermilk Rd, and E Washington Rd.

Old Mill Trail

3 miles of forest trail, of which 1.4 miles is wheelchair accessible. Open to the public for hiking, birdwatching, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, fishing, hunting, geocaching, picnicking, and dog walking. The trail follows the East Branch Housatonic River and offers great views of said river.

Ashmere Lake Boat Ramp

Boat launch and small beach for Lake Ashmere.

Bas Ridge Country Club

Golf course; accepts walk-ins

Daily 7AM-7PM

Hinsdale Flats WMA Parking at Bullard's Crossing Rd

Southern parking area for Hinsdale Flats WMA.

Plunkette Reservoir

Swim beach with a lifeguard.