We stopped in this area while driving back from Quebec City to Boston for a couple of days. The natural beauty of this area cannot be described. Very rural and relaxing. We spent a night on "Moose Alley" as described the best area around to try to see a Moose. This is the area just North of town on Rt 3, the main road thru here. There were plenty of people pulled off on the side of the road at dusk waiting for the Moose to visit but after an hour of combined sitting and cruising, not one Moose, we went back to our cabin very disappointed. The 2nd night we tried again and saw nothing, and we thought what the heck is going here until I randomly turned down a dirt logging road, and spotted a size able Moose within a minute of being on that road. Pretty cool!
Have stayed at Cabin #3 (Drake) for 9-10 days over Labor Day weekend for many years and love it. All four of our grown "kids" and a herd of grand-kids and great grand-kids come up over the weekend and we have a family reunion with up to 23 persons involved. The fact that we have all seven cabins reserved for 2015 speaks for itself!
Twice a year I travel up there it is the best place for a vacation. Peaceful, quiet, wildlife, fishing, hiking, four wheeling.
Plan on at least a week to visit the First Connecticut area - and bring your fishing pole and your camera. Leave your phone at home (you won't have service anyway)! The lake water is clear and cold with plenty of lake access for those of you with boats/canoes/kayaks. This region is beautiful any time of day!
The lake was much bigger than I imagined and it was so nice to see all the trees around the lake changing colors for the fall.
This area is really nice, sparsely populated with plenty to do outdoors. Fishing, hiking, wildlife viewing, etc. If you're into doing things outside, this is a place to consider.
There are little side roads everywhere to explore and walk on trails. Moose Allley, Route 3, is right there for your moose watching and exploring!
During all seasons you can find outdoor activities, from fishing to hiking, kayaking, snowshoeing and snowmobiling.
We hiked the trail to 4th Connecticut lake and it was beautiful. We didn't see any moose but walked along moose prints most of the trail. When you get to the lake it is pretty cool to see how the huge Connecticut river starts in this little pond. The trail is steep in some spots and could be challenging for some people.
We often visit this area to just get away and relax. We use to see several moose during our stay, but not so much any more. We do see deer, rabbits, birds, etc. Hopefully the moose will came back. We love to drive around the area and enjoy the beautiful scenery.....no matter what the season :)