- Our list of the best things to do in Shelton, Connecticut, features the top 349 nearby activities — including 137 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Shelton, CT has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 8 things to do within the city of Shelton, CT , followed by 341 popular activities in nearby cities, including New Haven, Norwalk, Stratford, Ridgefield, Fairfield, Hamden, Danbury, Bridgeport, Wallingford, Milford, Waterbury, Westport, Branford, Guilford, Trumbull, West Haven, Cheshire, Southbury, Woodbury, Southington, New Milford, Meriden, Naugatuck, Bristol, Mashantucket, East Haven, Washington, Plantsville and Port Jefferson
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            Located at the highest point of Poughkeepsie is Peach Hill Park. Hikers enjoy exploring a former apple orchard with spectacular views of the Hudson Valley, The Catskills, and the Taconic Hills.        
    
    
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            Pelham Bay Park
                
                Middletown Road and Bruckner Blvd., Bronx, NY 10465
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            Covering 2,772 acres, the Pelham Bay Park is the largest public park in the state. It has forests, meadows, and other types of habitats, making it ideal for hiking and wildlife watching. Among the amenities can be remembered the playgrounds, the sport fields and courts, and the picnic areas.        
    
    
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            A public park, Mecox Beach offers an array of outdoor activities. Along with beach volleyball, visitors can enjoy water sports like fishing, surfing and swimming. The beach is further equipped with bathrooms, showers and ample parking.        
    
    
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            Home to the fast-pitch softball hall of fame and a 2,000-seat baseball field, Delano Hitch Park also offers numerous basketball courts, softball, and soccer fields as well. The park also features a community pool and activity center.        
    
    
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            An off-leash dog park, Stenger Farm Park maintains separate areas for large and small dogs. It is a largely open area with limited shady spots, and visitors need to bring their own water.        
    
    
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            A 48-lane bowling center, Gun Post Lanes offers open and league bowling with shoe rental and bumpers. The center also provides a pro shop, a bar and lounge, party hosting, black light bowling and a snack bar.