Wethersfield Cove

Wethersfield Cove is located near the town of Old Wethersfield, one of the oldest settlements in the United States. The Cove is a natural harbor situated approximately forty miles from Long Island Sound and sits at 10 feet above sea level. The Cove is located approximately 9 miles northeast of New Britain. The first ship ever built in Connecticut, the Tryall, was launched in 1649 from the Thomas Deming shipyard along the banks of Wethersfield Cove. During Revolutionary War days the Cove was also known as Blackbird Pond. The Cove Warehouse dating back to the 1790's still stands along the shoreline and remains a major attraction to those visiting the Cove area. The warehouse is home to the Wethersfield Historical Society Maritime exhibit. The entire Cove and surrounding area encompasses over 110 acres and supports a boat launch, park grounds, picnic facilities, and soccer and T-Ball fields. The Cove is a tranquil location where visitors and locals alike come to enjoy its beauty. Fisherman and others can launch their boats from Wethersfield Cove Park found at the end of Main Street. October is one of the more popular times to visit the Wethersfield area when the Annual Old Wethersfield Fall Craft Fair is underway. Over 100 venders display their wares during this event.