Sports Interest Attractions

Attention sports fans! You won’t want to miss Connecticut’s amazing skiing, golfing, and other athletic opportunities. Choice Hotels offers comfort only minutes away from your favorite Connecticut sports attractions.

In River Valley

Mount Southington Ski Area
396 Mt. Vernon Road
Southington, CT   06489
860-628-0954

Zoom downhill at impressive speeds in an impressive location to match. Mount Southington Ski Area’s slopes are some of the most picturesque in the state of Connecticut, and now you’ll have at your disposal the entire mountain for your skiing enjoyment and excitement. Enjoy the rush of intense downhill skiing day and night, while knowing that at your disposal is a chair lift, scrumptious restaurants and snack bars, and a ski shop.

Winding Trails Cross-Country Ski Center
50 Winding Trails Drive
Farmington, CT   06032
860-674-4227

Winding trails is named after – what else – its own winding trails. Let the cross-country skiing opportunities be only a beginning to the leisure and plethora of activities you’ll find in this beautiful location. Snow-laden food-service options and 13 sparkling white miles of cross-country trails leave an impressive mark on the mind of any serious skier.

New Britain Rock Cats
New Britain Stadium, Willow Brook Park
230 John Karbonic Way
New Britain, CT   06051
860-224-8383

You won’t want to miss out on an all-American sport in a setting that couldn’t be more American if it tried. That is, when you consider that America is really just a 300-year-old offshoot of Britain. It’s there in the history books, and pretty soon you’ll be there in New Britain, experiencing the best of the Eastern League with this promising Minnesota Twins affiliate.

In Mystic Country

Connecticut Defenders
Dodd Stadium, Norwich Industrial Park
14 Stott Avenue
Norwich, CT   06360
860-887-7962

Experience the thrill of baseball in a state that really loves baseball. Connecticut’s own Defenders are here to, well, defend; but they’re also sure to make a great offensive play or two. Who knows? – this competitive team just might set a record or two while you’re in the bleachers, so buy your affordably-priced ticket now and don’t worry later about missing a riveting game with this team affiliate of the San Francisco Giants.

Thompson International Speedway
205 E. Thompson Road
Thompson, CT   06277
860-923-2280

Guests to Connecticut are invited to check out this prestigious speedway in the heart of the town of Thompson, where 100 mph is just getting started. Professional NASCAR racers will amaze you with their high-speed skills and their dangerous antics. Afterwards, eat at a high-class in-speedway restaurant or take out your clubs and hit a hole-in-one on the 18-hole championship golf course or the driving range which are to be found located conveniently on-premises.

In Litchfield Hills

Lime Rock Park
497 Lime Rock Road
Lakeville, CT   06039
860-435-5000

Enjoy the thrill of professional and amateur road racing from the exhilarating sidelines provided to racegoing guests at Lime Rock Park. Catch a major professional race on certain holiday weekends, or just mosey on down and see the latest event that’s sure to be going on inside this fast-paced arena. Car shows and auto festivals add to the list of things to do at Lime Rock Park. Call ahead for special events info.

Woodbury Ski & Skate Park
Route 47
Woodbury, CT   06798
203-263-2203

Recreational activities abound in Woodbury Ski & Skate Park, and we’re willing to bet that even the least avid fan of outdoor activities won’t be able to pass on the plethora of goings-on offered at this activity-laden extravaganza. Don a sled and slide down the icy slopes, or ice-skate to your heart’s content at the ice-skating rink provided for your slippery leisure. Mountain biking trails and a host of summer recreation activities saturate this Connecticut location with adventure.

In Fairfield County

Bridgeport Sound Tigers
Arena at Harbor Yard
600 Main Street
Bridgeport, CT   06605
203-334-4625

Roar with the Tigers as you watch this American Hockey League team zoom down the ice at incredible speeds and with astounding competitive spirit. Hockey is one of the most excitement-laden sports in the entire gamut of athletics, and we know you’ll want to catch a game of sub-zero action with the Connecticut team which has the honor of being affiliated with the New York Islanders.

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