Putnam Memorial State Park on Route 58 is 800 acres mostly in Redding, partly in Bethel. The historic park was a Revolutionary army campsite in the winter of 1778-79.
Marked areas show where the campsite was.
Collis P. Huntington State Park has more than 900 acres, mostly in Redding, some in Bethel and Newtown. More than 7.5 miles of trails serve hikers, bikers and even horseback riders and cross-country skiers. There are four ponds in the park and although swimming is not allowed for health reasons, fishing is permitted. The Book of Trails includes all of the parklands, trails and natural areas in Redding and neighboring towns and has excellent detailed maps. Friends and Neighbors of Israel Putnam Memorial State Park work with the state Department of Environmental Protection to benefit the park.