Living in Burlington, CT

A Quaint New England Community…

Nestled in the Foothills of the Berkshires, Burlington, Connecticut is steeped in history and community. It boasts some of Connecticut’s greatest natural beauty, forest, and watershed land that includes the most scenic stretch of the Farmington Valley Trail along the river. One of Burlington’s precious treasures is the hundreds of acres of forest named Sessions Woods which hosts a vibrant learning center and a series of trails used by residents and visitors alike.

While traveling thru the scenic hills of Burlington you will come across rustic barns, historical buildings, a spring-fed Fish Hatchery along with acres of open space which adds to our natural charm. Burlington truly is a gem of Connecticut.

The Place to Be…

District 10 schools serve the Connecticut towns of Burlington and Harwinton Lewis S. Mills High ; the four schools in the system include Har-Bur Middle School, Lake Garda School and the Harwinton Consolidated School. Together these schools have a total enrollment of more than 2,800 students.

Points of Interest

Burlington Connecticut offers many interesting places to visit within and around the community; Hogan Cider Mill hosts visitors through the year with seasonal specialties, while LaMothe’s Sugar house invites visitors to experience the making of maple syrup in the late winter months. There are also many hiking trails throughout the town and Farmington Valley. Mills Pond Park is a short drive away that offers swimming and hiking. If you’re looking for a night out, Burlington is in close proximity to Hartford, CT, but there are also plenty of restaurants and shops in Burlington, CT. It is truly a wonderful town with natural beauty, great dining and convenient shopping centers!

Website Links of Interest

City of Burlington
Lamothe’s Sugar House
Burlington Rails to Trails
Sessions Woods
Burlington State Fish Hatchery
Regional School District #10
Hogans Cider Mill
Burlington, CT Parks
Burlington Chamber of Commerce