Candlewood Lake, CT
AKA: Candlewood Reservoir
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About Candlewood Lake
The serene setting of Candlewood Reservoir awaits your visit for a day on the water. Not only is Candlewood the largest lake in Connecticut, it is considered by most to be the best fishery in the state. Spanning over 8 square miles, the lake offers a diverse range of outdoor and boating opportunities. This 5,400-acre lake is located on the middle-western edge of Connecticut. 60 miles of shoreline zig-zag in and out over a ten-mile area. Several public boat ramps provide easy access for pleasure boats, pontoons, all kinds of boats and watercraft. Canoes, kayaks and car-top boats can be portaged from many areas around the lake with shoreline access. Multiple marinas, restaurants, stores and lodging are all convenient to area visitors.
Amenities
Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NO
RV Hookups: NO
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES
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Boat Rentals
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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Candlewood - Squantz Cove Public Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off State Route 39, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with gravel parking.
Lattins Cove Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast section of the lake, off Forty Acre Mountain Road, this is a three-lane, concrete ramp with gravel parking.
Marinas
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Fish Species Present
The lake supports populations of largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, white catfish, black crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, bluegill, pumpkinseed sunfish, redbreast sunfish, rock bass, white perch, yellow perch and chain pickerel at Candlewood Lake in Connecticut.
Map - Camping & Access
Contact Information
Candlewood East Marina
204 Candlewood Lake Rd
Brookfield, CT 06804
203 775-2253
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