- TripBuzz found 311 things to do with kids in or near Colchester, Connecticut, including 308 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, Groton, West Hartford and Mystic.
- From Salmon River State Forest to Day Pond State Park, the Colchester area offers 117 different types of family activities, including: National & State Parks, Movie Theaters, Parks and Theaters.
- Colchester was the first town in Connecticut to achieve certification by the National Wildlife Federation as a Community Wildlife Habitat. With its proximity to the Salmon River State Forest, activities such as fishing, hiking, camping, and hunting are popular among visitors and locals. For a taste of history and architecture, guests can walk the streets of Colchester Village Historic District.
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Situated on the Farmington River, Main Stream Canoes & Kayaks offers canoe and kayak rentals, as well as guided river trips. The company welcomes groups of all sizes, and provides ground transportation, as well.
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Xtreme Paintball is a full service paintball field that also offers a fully stocked store for paintball supplies. They provide a fun playing experience and specialize in parties of all shapes and sizes.
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Maltby Lakes is a hiking and mountain biking area populated by woodlands and numerous lakes. Visitors will find several hiking trails and will notice a variety of wildlife native to the area.
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Located off of Yawgunsk Brook, Ocean House Marina provides visitors with fully day to week long rentals of pontoon boats to take out onto the water. The marina hosts annual fishing tournaments for fluke, dogfish, and skate.
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1000 West Columbus Ave., Springfield, MA 01105
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Springfield is known to be the birthplace of basketball and the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame preserves the sport's history presentng it in the form of interactive exhibits, skill contests, shooting challenges and more, to the public.
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With two lakes and bordered by water, Cedar Point County Park allows visitors to fish, swim and kayak with beach access. The park can be used for hiking, camping and volleyball and has a general store and a playground.
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Springfield College is an private and independent educational institution and learning complex. Home to approximately 5,000 students, the college offers a variety of subjects including physical education and scientific study.
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Located in a historic house that dates back to the early 18th century, the Ward-Heitmann House Museum features an array of exhibits that highlight the natural and cultural history of the surrounding area. They host a variety of special events.
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Organizing community activities, Turkish Cultural Center provides cultural classes for cooking, learning the language, and more. Visitors can go on coffee night trips, movie nights, and festivals hosted by the center.
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1000 W Columbus Avenue, Springfield, MA 01105
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A collection of memorabilia from some of the greatest athletes of all time, The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame documents sport history. Guests can see pictures of some of their favorite athletes when they were just starting out.