Boaters on Candlewood Lake
American Flag over Candlewood Lake
Kayakers on Candlewood Lake
Sailboat on Candlewood Lake
Jet Skiing on Candlewood Lake
Candlewood Lake Large Mouth Bass
Sailboat on Candlewood Lake
Candlewood lake Water skiing

Experience Candlewood Lake Living!

There are so many things to do on Candlewood Lake. It offers endless recreational activities including boating, water skiing, wake surfing, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, boat rentals and more. In the winter months when Candlewood Lake freezes enjoy: ice skating, cross country skiing and ice fishing. Take the time to enjoy lakeside dining and drinks at Down The Hatch Down and relaxing boat cruise to watch the most amazing sunsets, Candlewood Lake is a great place to create lasting memories with family and friends.

About Candlewood Lake

Candlewood Lake is a gorgeous manmade lake. The shoreline of the lake is one of the most picturesque in the country. It is approximately 11 miles long with 60 miles of shoreline covering 5420 acres. The lake encompasses the towns of Brookfield, Danbury, New Fairfield, New Milford, and Sherman Connecticut, each with a town beach.

At Candlewood Lake Life you will find all the things to enjoy on Candlewood Lake. Browse the pages below to view the various lake activities. Whether your looking to relax lakeside in a chair, or get on a jet-ski and race around the lake, you can always find something to do on Candlewood Lake!

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Sea Plane over Candlewood Lake

Around the Lake

There are many things to do in the Candlewood Lake area! Enjoy a day trip or a new adventure around the lake. There are many activities to experience such as great dining, concerts, a movie, or an art show! We share the endless things to do around the Candlewood Lake region!

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Umbrella on Candlewood Lake

On the Lake

Relax and spend a day boating, skiing or tubing on Candlewood Lake. The recreational activities are endless! You can enjoy swimming, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding and more. In the winter months when the lake freezes, enjoy ice skating, cross country skiing and ice fishing.

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Communities on Candlewood Lake

Candlewood Communities

Candlewood Lake has 64 communities along the sixty miles of shoreline in the towns of Brookfield, Danbury, New Fairfield, New Milford and Sherman. Take a tour of each lake community and the amenities they offer.

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Candlewood Lake restaurants

Dining

Drive your boat right up to Down the Hatch on Candlewood Lake and enjoy some delicious lunch, dinner, dessert and cocktails. There are also many enjoyable restaurants to be found around the lake.

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Houses for sale on Candlewood Lake

Lake Real Estate

Let Christina Cavallo show you Candlewood Lake from the best vantage point: the water with a boat tour! Christina is on top of the lake listings and will find you your ideal lake home.



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Hiking and Parks on Candlewood Lake

Parks and Hiking

Candlewood Lake offers many opportunities to enjoy nature. Candlewood Lake has two state boat launches which are accessible to visitors who are not residents of one of the five municipalities bordering the lake. Visit one of the parks on or around Candlewood Lake!

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Be sure to check out the Candlewood Lake FAQ to learn everything there is to know about the lake!