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