- The list below includes 312 free or cheap things to do in or near Colchester, Connecticut, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, Movie Theaters, Parks and History Museums.
- From Salmon River State Forest to Day Pond State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Colchester and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, Groton, West Hartford and New London.
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Located within a historic 1913 style building, the Varnum Memorial Armory is host to a number of different events throughout the year. The armory offers a large meeting room, display area, offices, and a military museum with numerous historic artifacts.
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Designed for multi-purposes, Southern Rhode Island Green Trail is suitable for running, skating and bicycling. Circling many parks and scenic areas, it is also ideal for nature walks and quiet romantic strolls.
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12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI 02917
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Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge is run and maintained by the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. Three trails provide up to 1 1/2 hours of naturally beautiful hikes and a bird feeding station is also available to visit.
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12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI 02917
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Audubon Society of Rhode Island has a gift shop, educational resource center and bird feeding station and is headquartered on a 120-acre wildlife refuge. Visitors can hike the trails and enjoy watching birds and other animals.
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4157 Post Road, East Greenwich, RI 02818
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The Cloud Hills Victorian Museum is a fully restored mansion that dates back to the 19th century, with groomed, landscaped grounds and a hands-on museum inside. The house and gift shop are open daily, but reservations are requested for tours.
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Situated along the banks of the Woonasquatucket River is the Fort Nature Refuge. The scenic refuge is popular amongst locals and visitors for it's scenic hiking trails, home to varied plant life and wildlife.
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A Registered National Historic Landmark, the Gibert Stuart Museum, is located in the 1750's home of the famous painter of presidential portraits. The site features waterwheels, boat rentals for the 57-acre pond and walking trails.
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An ideal place to spend a quiet afternoon kayaking, canoeing, or boating, Wickford Harbor has plenty of areas to explore. The harbor features abundant small islands and coves, each with wildlife that is fun to watch.
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Handicap accessibilities and a pet friendly park, there is something for everyone at the Kettletown State Park. Bathrooms, picnic areas, camping and hiking sites, and swimming and fishing sites with updates on water quality are popular attractions to the park.
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Located on Community Field Road, Wyatt Harper Dog Park offers a place for your dog to enjoy a leashless run. The park offers restrooms and also has a nearby creek for fresh water for your dog.