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Hike through Gillette Castle State Park

Lyme, Connecticut

Details

Distance

1.2 miles

Elevation Gain

134 ft

Route Type

Loop

Description

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Atop the most southerly hill in a chain known as the Seven Sisters, William Hooker Gillette, noted actor, director, and playwright, built this one hundred and eighty-four acre estate, the Seventh Sister. The focal point of his effort was a twenty four room mansion reminiscent of a medieval castle.

There are no fees for parking or visiting the park grounds.  A per person charge applies for Castle tours. The gate at Gillette Castle State Park is open at 8:00 am, and closes at sunset year round.  The Castle will be open seven days a week beginning Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.  Tickets are sold until 4:30 PM. Staff is available to assist with questions about the Castle interior and its history. 

There are several hiking trails and Picnic Shelter, Visitor Center, Food Concessions (During the off season, the food concessions are only available on weekends and Holidays.) 

Click here for a printable map: https://www.ct.gov/deep/lib/de...

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Features

Chillin
Photography
Hiking
Bathrooms
Easy Parking
Family Friendly
Food Nearby
Forest
Groups
Picnic Area
River
Scenic
ADA Accessible

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