13 Awesome Ways To Stretch Out Your Summer In Connecticut

It's hard to fathom that July is coming to an end. The kids will be back in school and we'll be taking trips to pumpkin patches before you know it. But if you really want to stretch out your summer and make the most of the warm days ahead, here is a bucket list to help you stay on track. Fill the month of August with these fun summertime activities.

1. Splash around in a quarry

You can zip line, cliff jump, swim, and much more at this natural water park. A visit to Brownstone Exploration and Discovery Park will have you making memories to last all year long.

2. Enjoy a lobster roll right at a coastal seafood shack

Lobster rolls are the sweet taste of summer in the Nutmeg State. Take a look at one of our favorite spots to find them.

3. Go treasure hunting at a flea market

Summertime is the season when vendors are display fantastic treasures at the area's local flea markets. Visit the largest flea market in the state to browse for hours.

4. Take a hike

Explore the outdoors on one of our many beautiful trails scattered throughout the state. Here are some low-key hikes that you are sure to love.

5. Float down the Farmington River

Sit back and relax in a tube as you float down the Farmington River. This lazy ride is a great way to beat the heat and stretch out your summer.

6. Slurp down a milkshake

Nothing hits the spot more during the summer than a frothy creamy milkshake. Enjoy a traditional or over-the-top shake at one of these nine places.

7. Spend a day at the beach

There are plenty of shoreline gems in Connecticut where you can enjoy the beach. One of our favorites is this seaside park for its soft sand, boardwalk, concessions, water park, and amusements.

8. Visit a vineyard

Sample wine right at its source by visiting a beautiful local winery. Browse through this list of state vineyards to get started.

9. Seek out a waterfall

There is something naturally refreshing about taking in the sight and sound of a tumbling waterfall. You can reach this stunning cascade without doing any hiking.

10. Embark on a tour

Connecticut is full of unique ways to check out our towns and cities. See the sights by boat, bicycle, segway, and more. Take a look at these unique sightseeing tours.

11. Take a road trip for chowder

Clam chowder is one of our summertime favorites and it can be found all over the Nutmeg State. From seafood shacks to upscale digs, check out this chowder trail for a foodie road trip you'll love.

12. Slide down a water slide

When it comes to water parks in Connecticut, Lake Compounce is a surefire home run but don't overlook the smaller yet still epic Quassy Amusement Park.

13. Befriend some animals

From a trip to the zoo to a visit to a local farm, there are plenty of opportunities to visit some animals. One of our favorites is this incredible wildlife park.

Are you ready to stretch out your summer until the very last minute? What great things in Connecticut are you planning to do or see before autumn arrives? Share your bucket list ideas in the comments section below.