Hopeville
Village Under Water
State: Connecticut
County: New London County
Founded: 1700s
Abandoned: 1920s
Peak Population: Mill town
Hopeville was a small mill village that was partially flooded when the dam was raised to create Hopeville Pond. Stone foundations and roads are visible at the pond's edges. The area is now a state park.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Summer
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- Partially flooded by dam
- Foundations visible at low water
- Now a state park
Location
Address: Hopeville Pond State Park, CT
Coordinates: 41.5667, -71.8167