Connecticut River

The Connecticut River is a major waterway in the northeastern United States, running about 410 miles from New Hampshire's Mount Monadnock through Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Connecticut before emptying into Long Island Sound. It provides vital habitat for wildlife, supports recreation, and supplies freshwater to communities along its course. The river plays an important role in regional ecology, history, and economy, historically serving as a transportation route and now offering activities like boating and fishing. Its watershed covers a large area, influencing the environment and communities through water quality, flood control, and natural resource management.