Hubbard Park: Meriden's Mountain Retreat

Getting There

• Driving

  Hubbard Park is easily accessible by car. From I-91, take I-691 West to Exit 4 and turn left onto Route 322/West Main Street. The park entrance is on the left, about a mile from the exit. From I-84, take I-691 East to Exit 4 and turn right onto Meriden Waterbury Turnpike, which becomes West Main Street. The park will be on the left. Parking is readily available near Mirror Lake. During the Daffodil Festival, free parking is available at designated lots with shuttle service to the park. Expect limited parking during peak times and special events. There are no parking fees.

• Public Transport

  CT Transit provides bus service to Meriden. From the Meriden Transit Center, take a local bus route that stops near Hubbard Park on West Main Street. Check CT Transit schedules for specific routes and times. A single-ride bus fare is approximately $1.75. The Meriden Transit Center is also served by CTRail and Amtrak, offering connections to Hartford and New Haven. From the train station, transfer to a local bus or taxi to reach the park. Taxi or rideshare services from the Meriden Transit Center to Hubbard Park typically cost between $8 and $15.

• Walking

  From downtown Meriden, Hubbard Park is approximately a 2-mile walk west along West Main Street. The walk takes about 40 minutes. Be aware that West Main Street is a busy road, so use sidewalks where available and exercise caution when crossing streets. There are some uphill sections as you approach the park. There are no costs associated with walking.