Gardner Lake

#11266 among destinations in the United States

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Gardner Lake is a natural lake lying at the junction of the towns of Salem, Montville, and Bozrah, Connecticut. Named after the Gardner family who owned a large portion of the surrounding land, the 529-acre lake has been expanded in size with the construction of a 168-foot earthen dam. The dam raises the water level up 4 feet to an average depth of 14 feet. The area surrounding Gardner Lake has dozens of private homes, four campgrounds and a marina. Three state parks are located around the lake: Minnie Island State Park, Hopemead State Park, and Gardner Lake State Park. The lake is used for fishing and boating. ()

Area: 0.83 mi²Length: 8870 ftWidth: 3776 ftMaximum depth: 36 ftElevation: 495 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 41°21'10"N, 73°14'32"W

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Gardner Lake – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Great Hollow Lake, Webb Mountain Discovery Zone, Daniel Basset House, St. Rose of Lima Church.

2.9 miS
Lake
Great Hollow Lake, Monroe
75 min walk • Nestled in the tranquil town of Monroe, Connecticut, Great Hollow Lake offers visitors a serene escape amidst nature's splendor. This picturesque lake is a cherished spot for both locals and tourists looking to enjoy outdoor activities and the peaceful surroundings.
3.7 miE
Park
Webb Mountain Discovery Zone, Monroe
96 min walk • Webb Mountain Discovery Zone is a 170 acre park and outdoor learning center in Monroe, Connecticut, United States. The adjacent 135 acre Webb Mountain Park connects up to a 13.5 mile trail network.
2.3 miE
Hiking, Hiking trail
Daniel Basset House, Monroe
59 min walk • The Daniel Basset House is a historic house at 1024 Monroe Turnpike in Monroe, Connecticut. Built in 1775, the house is significant for its association with events in the American Revolutionary War.
5.3 miNW
Church
St. Rose of Lima Church, Newtown
134 min walk • St. Rose of Lima Church is a Roman Catholic parish church at 46 Church Hill Road in Newtown, Connecticut, United States. It is under the authority of the Diocese of Bridgeport, and was founded under the patronage of St.
6.2 miSE
Church
Saint Lawrence Church, Shelton
159 min walk • St. Lawrence Parish is a Roman Catholic church in Shelton, Connecticut, part of the Diocese of Bridgeport.
4.6 miS
Church
Christ Episcopal Church and Tashua Burial Ground, Trumbull
119 min walk • Christ Episcopal Church and Tashua Burial Ground is a historic property including an Episcopal Church building and cemetery at 5170 Madison Avenue in Trumbull, Connecticut. The property was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2001.
5.3 miNW
Archaeological site
Camps Nos. 10 and 41 of Rochambeau's Army, Newtown
135 min walk • Camps Nos. 10 and 41 of Rochambeau's Army, also known as Site No. 97-87D, is an historical archeological site that was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2002.
5.1 miN
National park
Kettletown State Park
130 min walk • One of the main attractions at Kettletown State Park is the opportunity for water-based activities. Visitors can enjoy swimming, boating, and fishing in the crystal-clear waters of Lake Zoar. The park also features a designated swimming area with a sandy beach, making...
5 miS
Dam
Kaatz Icehouse, Trumbull
128 min walk • The Kaatz Icehouse was a historic ice cutting facility located on the shore of Kaatz Pond, off Whitney Road in Trumbull, Connecticut.
5.4 miNW
41°24'44"N • 73°18'31"W
Cyrenius H. Booth Library, Newtown
137 min walk • History museum, Library
2.3 miSE
Neighbourhood, Colonial revival architecture
Monroe Center Historic District, Monroe
59 min walk • The Monroe Center Historic District is a 120-acre historic district in Monroe, Connecticut with significance dating to 1762. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977.