Many thrive on the energy of a crowd but if you’re a quieter type, big groups of people can make you feel claustrophobic. If you’re a person who appreciates some time to yourself in a peaceful setting, then these remote places in Connecticut will fit the bill.

  1. People’s State Forest, Barkhamsted

AllTrails/Mark Morrell Enjoy the woodland solitude of 11 miles of hiking trails at People’s State Forest. At over 3,000 acres, it’s easy to find a slice of this natural oasis to call your own for a few hours.Address: East River Road, Barkhamsted, CT 06063

  1. Enders Island, Mystic

Google Images/Enders Island You’ll definitely find peace, solitude, and beauty on Enders Island. The 11-acre island is home to a Catholic retreat but welcomes guests of all denominations to visit. Take a stroll through the gardens and enjoy the 360-degree water views. Address: 1 Enders Island, Mystic, CT 06355

  1. Connecticut Audubon Society Coastal Center at Milford Point, Milford

Google Images/Scott Brooks Located on an 8.4-acre barrier beach, this wildlife refuge is a quiet oasis on the Long Island Sound. Salt marsh, coastal dunes, tidal pools, and more make up the natural beauty of this locale. Spend some time wandering the refuge to regain your inner calm, many times the only company you’ll have is the local bird population. Address: 1 Milford Point Road, Milford, CT 06460

  1. Lantern Hill, North Stonington

AllTrails/Jackie Bessette If the crowds at the casino have you going crazy, take a hike up to Lantern Hill. The nearby .8-mile out-and-back trail leads you to the 491-foot summit of Lantern Hill. Enjoy top-of-the-world views with little company on this less-popular hiking trail. Address: Wintechog Hill Road, North Stonington, CT 06359

  1. Outer Island, Branford

Only In Your State/Natalie Clunan Kayak or take a water taxi to this remote island in the Sound. As the outermost island of the Thimbles, this gem is only accessible by boat. Take a walk on the paths or sun yourself on the large rocks, you’re not likely to have much company on this remote oasis.

  1. Brian E. Tierney Preserve, Roxbury

Google Images/Elizabeth Correia This 56-acre preserve is home to a gorgeous hemlock forest. Explore the trails along Jack’s Brook and let the sounds of the rambling waters soothe your soul.Address: 23 Squire Road, Roxbury, Connecticut 06783

  1. Selden Neck State Park, Lyme

Google Images/Eli Doggart Escape on a solitary overnight adventure to Selden Neck State Park. This island in the Connecticut River offers just four primitive campsites for overnight stays. Kayak in and pitch your tent to avoid the crowds at traditional campgrounds.

  1. Dennis Hill State Park, Norfolk

Google Images/Jason Marchant This quiet hilltop state park is one of the lesser-known spots to find a quiet overlook. Hike the one-mile trail to a rustic gazebo where the scenery stretches out at your feet. Keep this place in mind when the leaf-peeping season arrives for a tranquil place to view the fall foliage. Address: Rte. 272, Norfolk, CT 06058

If you don’t mind a little noise especially when it sounds like music, visit this wonderful singing beach for an experience like no other.

AllTrails/Mark Morrell

Enjoy the woodland solitude of 11 miles of hiking trails at People’s State Forest. At over 3,000 acres, it’s easy to find a slice of this natural oasis to call your own for a few hours.Address: East River Road, Barkhamsted, CT 06063

Google Images/Enders Island

You’ll definitely find peace, solitude, and beauty on Enders Island. The 11-acre island is home to a Catholic retreat but welcomes guests of all denominations to visit. Take a stroll through the gardens and enjoy the 360-degree water views. Address: 1 Enders Island, Mystic, CT 06355

Google Images/Scott Brooks

Located on an 8.4-acre barrier beach, this wildlife refuge is a quiet oasis on the Long Island Sound. Salt marsh, coastal dunes, tidal pools, and more make up the natural beauty of this locale. Spend some time wandering the refuge to regain your inner calm, many times the only company you’ll have is the local bird population. Address: 1 Milford Point Road, Milford, CT 06460

AllTrails/Jackie Bessette

If the crowds at the casino have you going crazy, take a hike up to Lantern Hill. The nearby .8-mile out-and-back trail leads you to the 491-foot summit of Lantern Hill. Enjoy top-of-the-world views with little company on this less-popular hiking trail. Address: Wintechog Hill Road, North Stonington, CT 06359

Only In Your State/Natalie Clunan

Kayak or take a water taxi to this remote island in the Sound. As the outermost island of the Thimbles, this gem is only accessible by boat. Take a walk on the paths or sun yourself on the large rocks, you’re not likely to have much company on this remote oasis.

Google Images/Elizabeth Correia

This 56-acre preserve is home to a gorgeous hemlock forest. Explore the trails along Jack’s Brook and let the sounds of the rambling waters soothe your soul.Address: 23 Squire Road, Roxbury, Connecticut 06783

Google Images/Eli Doggart

Escape on a solitary overnight adventure to Selden Neck State Park. This island in the Connecticut River offers just four primitive campsites for overnight stays. Kayak in and pitch your tent to avoid the crowds at traditional campgrounds.

Google Images/Jason Marchant

This quiet hilltop state park is one of the lesser-known spots to find a quiet overlook. Hike the one-mile trail to a rustic gazebo where the scenery stretches out at your feet. Keep this place in mind when the leaf-peeping season arrives for a tranquil place to view the fall foliage. Address: Rte. 272, Norfolk, CT 06058

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