Connecticut State Parks, Beaches, Campgrounds To Remain Closed Through At Least Monday

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) today announced that all Connecticut State Parks, beaches and campgrounds will remain closed at least through Monday, Aug. 29 to assess damage caused by Hurricane Irene.

Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) staff are currently assessing the full impacts of the storm.

 “Connecticut’s shoreline parks have suffered the most severe effects of the storm but we need to assess all of our state parks before we allow visitors to return,” DEEP Commissioner Daniel C. Esty said in a prepared statement.

“DEEP staff will continue inspecting parks, campgrounds, and beaches  tomorrow and reporting to me the conditions and what will need to be done before they can reopen," Commissioner Esty said. "We also face the challenge of being without power at many of our facilities."

Information on state parks will be available at DEEP’s Web site. The current status of state parks can also be obtained via Twitter: @CTDEPoutdoorrec

Campers will be able to receive full refunds any the nights they were not be able to use their reservations. Campers can find information on how to obtain a refund by visiting the DEEP Camping Web site and selecting Camping Reservations or by going directly to the ReserveAmerica Web site. Campers may also call ReserveAmerica’s toll free number at 877-668-CAMP (2267).