Fun or tranquility, whatever may be your choice of spending leisure hours on vacation in Connecticut, lakes are the ideal places to hang out. Connecticut River Greenway State Park has lots of outdoor adventures along with the music of the river flow. On your visit to this park, you would confront some interesting features like - Nowottuck State Rail Trail, Mount Sugarloaf State Reservoir and the Great Falls Discovery Center at Turner Falls. Situated off Morehouse Highway in Fairfield, Lake Mohegan comprises about 170 acres of open space that allows you to open up with your inner self. This fresh water man-made lake has systematic swimming facility that ensures safety for all. There are ropes at various depth levels. However, make sure to arrange for a beach umbrella as the natural shade is little here.