Overview
Candlewood Lake is the largest lake in Connecticut, popular for boating, fishing and summer homes.
History
The lake was created in the late 1920s by flooding a valley for a hydroelectric project.
Today
Summer weekends bring boaters and visitors, and lakeside communities and marinas line its shores.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.