What Sets Us Apart
The 253 acre property is composed of streams, woodlands, fields, open rock faces, and two private lakes nestled in the valley, perfect for hiking, camping, rock climbing, swimming, boating and canoeing opportunities. We have a dining hall which is great for weddings, events and meetings. We also offer rentals of cabins or the entire camp for your next event.
Summer Day Camp & Wilderness School
Our summer day camp is open to all children, grades kindergarten through eighth grade, and runs from mid-June to mid-August. For young adults in high school, we offer week-long programs through our Wilderness School. Both programs are packed with outdoor adventures and are sure to create life-long friends and memories.
Events & Programs
Looking for a wedding site, meeting space, or organized trail hikes? Need help finding the perfect spot for overnight camping, a catered event, or weekend retreat? Interested in learning new skills such as first aid, lifeguarding, fire building, or navigating by map and compass, or trying rock climbing, canoeing, or kayaking? We offer year-round programming, camping, and event space. Contact us for information, the possibilities are endless.
Facilities
From wide open spaces to miles of forested trails … from rustic lean-tos to an event hall with a commercial kitchen … Deer Lake has it all. We have year-round indoor and outdoor spaces available. Consider us for your next event no matter how big or small.
Support
Deer Lake is owned and operated by a local non-profit and is maintained with the aid of volunteers and the support of generous donors. If you’re interested in helping, please contact us. We’d love to hear from you.
Outdoor Recreation Since the 1930s
The history of the property is closely tied to Connecticut’s post-colonial history from the revolutionary war to prohibition to modern usage, and has provided Killingworth and the surrounding areas with outdoor recreation opportunities since at least the 1930s.
