13 Awesome Ways To Stretch Out Your Summer In Connecticut
By Natalie Clunan
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Published July 29, 2018
It’s hard to fathom that July is coming to an end. The kids will be back in school and we’ll be taking trips to pumpkin patches before you know it. But if you really want to stretch out your summer and make the most of the warm days ahead, here is a bucket list to help you stay on track. Fill the month of August with these fun summertime activities.
1. Splash around in a quarry
2. Enjoy a lobster roll right at a coastal seafood shack
Lobster rolls are the sweet taste of summer in the Nutmeg State. Take a look at one of
our favorite spots to find them.
3. Go treasure hunting at a flea market
Summertime is the season when vendors are display fantastic treasures at the area's local flea markets. Visit the
largest flea market in the state to browse for hours.
4. Take a hike
Explore the outdoors on one of our many beautiful trails scattered throughout the state. Here are some
low-key hikes that you are sure to love.
5. Float down the Farmington River
Sit back and relax in a tube as you float down the Farmington River. This
lazy ride is a great way to beat the heat and stretch out your summer.
6. Slurp down a milkshake
Nothing hits the spot more during the summer than a frothy creamy milkshake. Enjoy a traditional or over-the-top shake at one of these
nine places .
7. Spend a day at the beach
There are plenty of shoreline gems in Connecticut where you can enjoy the beach. One of our favorites is this
seaside park for its soft sand, boardwalk, concessions, water park, and amusements.
8. Visit a vineyard
Sample wine right at its source by visiting a beautiful local winery. Browse through this list of
state vineyards to get started.
9. Seek out a waterfall
There is something naturally refreshing about taking in the sight and sound of a tumbling waterfall. You can reach this
stunning cascade without doing any hiking.
10. Embark on a tour
Connecticut is full of unique ways to check out our towns and cities. See the sights by boat, bicycle, segway, and more. Take a look at these unique
sightseeing tours .
11. Take a road trip for chowder
Clam chowder is one of our summertime favorites and it can be found all over the Nutmeg State. From seafood shacks to upscale digs, check out this
chowder trail for a foodie road trip you'll love.
12. Slide down a water slide
13. Befriend some animals
From a trip to the zoo to a visit to a local farm, there are plenty of opportunities to visit some animals. One of our favorites is this
incredible wildlife park .
Are you ready to stretch out your summer until the very last minute? What great things in Connecticut are you planning to do or see before autumn arrives? Share your bucket list ideas in the comments section below.
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