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     Why not pop by nearby Beach Brook since you're here at Kettle Pond, and Barndoor Hills is clearly visible from Kettle Pond. Kettle Pond is a relatively wet place mostly with a good deal of rain; through May this area sees the most rain while January is commonly the driest month. This lake is so wonderful. Ski Sundown has glorious slopes and a friendly staff, and there are some splendid whitewater spots on Farmington River. Whitewater paddling is not for everybody  
   but if it's for you then we recommend Farmington River - Collinsville; a spree here wouldn’t be complete without a journey to nearby Stratton Brook State Park.
This lake is so wonderful. A round of golf at nearby Simsbury Farms Golf Course is a fine way to kill some time; the main characteristic in the neighborhood is the Barndoor Hills. All the outdoors entertaining stuff right next door to Kettle Pond will keep you coming back over and over. Why not camp
 
               at Southwick Acres Campground if you're here at Kettle Pond, and nearby you hit upon the Metacomet Trail which is a magnificent hiking trail. Lakes are fine; Spring Pond is a lake that's in the vicinity of Kettle Pond; going for a hike on the County Road Trail is always a tremendous adventure.
Dutch Iris Inn, The is a magnificent spot to get some rest, and Great Pond State Forest is a perfect local forest. Having a perfect time at Kettle Pond is trouble-free. A magnificent location to camp here at Kettle Pond is Golden Acres Campground; Great Pond Dam is a delightful site. Blandford is a very popular ski area around here, and not far from Kettle Pond you'll come across Three Corner Pond which is a lovely lake.
Go for a hike on the Link Trail, and during your spree here you'll meet some folks from Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford for sure. This lake is so wonderful. Dry warm beds await you at Simsbury 1820 House. High temperatures at Kettle Pond during the warm months are in the 80's; the nighttime is slightly chillier of course, typically in the 50's. High temperatures throughout the wintertime are normally in the 30's with winter lows in the 0's overnight here at Kettle Pond.

 
Dutch Iris Inn, The, Granby
2 miles away
This old-style New England Inn is located in the heart of scenic Farmington Valley and conveniently located six miles from Bradley International Airport. All the amenities and special packages are cho...

Simsbury 1820 House, Simsbury
3 miles away
A graciously restored New England country manor, The Simsbury 1820 House is located in scenic Farmington Valley on the crest of a hill overlooking historic Simsbury. Relax in the charm of the 19th cen...

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Local climate location: CHESTER 20 miles away


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  Coordinates:
Latitude: 41.92917
Longitude: -72.81806

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These outdoors activities are available near Kettle Pond.
 Hotels Near Kettle Pond:
Dutch Iris Inn, The, Granby, 2 miles away
Simsbury 1820 House, Simsbury, 3 miles away
Simsbury Inn, Simsbury, 4 miles away
Residence Inn Hartford Avon, Avon, 6 miles away
Avon Old Farms, Avon, 6 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Kettle Pond:
Golden Acres Campground, Hampden County, 6 miles away
Southwick Acres Campground, Southwick, 6 miles away
Sodom Mountain Campground, Southwick, 7 miles away
Prospect Mountain Campground, Granville, 8 miles away
 Ski Areas Near Kettle Pond:
Ski Sundown, Connecticut, 13 miles away
      625 vertical feet
Blandford, Massachusetts, 15 miles away
      465 vertical feet
Mount Southington, Connecticut, 19 miles away
      425 vertical feet
 Whitewater Near Kettle Pond:
Farmington River, Hartford CountyCounty, 8 miles away
      Class II-III - 1.5 miles long (Route 18 to Highway 187)
Farmington River - Collinsville, Hartford CountyCounty, 10 miles away
      Class II - 3.5 miles long (Collinsville to Unionville)
Hubbard River, Hampden CountyCounty, 12 miles away
      Class V - 2.65 miles long (W Hartland Road to Route 20)
 National Parks Near Kettle Pond:
Fire Island National Seashore, Patchogue - NY, 59 miles away
Quinebaug & Shetucket Rivers Valley National Heritage Corridor, Putnam - CT, 66 miles away
 Trails Near Kettle Pond:
Metacomet Trail, Hartford County, 8 miles away
County Road Trail, Hampden County, 10 miles away
Link Trail, Hampden County, 11 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Kettle Pond:
Simsbury Farms Golf Course, Simsbury, 3 miles away
Wintonbury Hills Golf Course, Bloomfield, 6 miles away
 Lakes Near Kettle Pond:
Spring Pond, Hartford CountyCounty, 0 miles away
Three Corner Pond, Hartford CountyCounty, 1 miles away

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