STAFFORD & HAMPDEN

The origin of the Scantic River emerges from Tray Hollow and Culver
Pond in Stafford. The beginnings of the river are very swampy and difficult to define but become clearer as it reaches the town of Hampden. It also takes a small turn into the town of Munson.

Not much of the river is navigable at this writing. There is an access
point at Laughing Brook which takes you down river towards the center of town; however, it is important to take out around the VFW building as there is a dam just beyond there. Much of this area has open fields on both sides with some residential areas. It is apparent that many of the residents have an interest in the river and use it on occasion.

Minnechoag Mountain rises to the left going down stream. It is reported that there are some interesting hiking trails in this area. Although the SRWA has been focused in the Connecticut area, we are very anxious to get more information about Hampden and how the river played a part in the history of this area. Anyone having this information please contact us at ScanticRWA@yahoo.com or SRWA, Box 303, Somers, CT 06071