Coltsville National Historical Park
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Coltsville at a glance
- Best time
- April–May, September–October
- Trip length
- 1–2 days
- Don't miss
- Coltsville Self-Guided Tours
- Nearby city
- Hartford, CT
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About Coltsville National Historical Park
When Samuel Colt started his Hartford factory on the banks of the Connecticut River in 1847, it followed years of mismanagement and failure. Soon, demand for Colt's revolver would change his fortunes and the Colt empire was born. Following Colt's untimely death in 1862, his wife, Elizabeth Colt, would lead the company to its legendary status, and influence Hartford for over 40 years.
Weather Information
Hartford experiences all four seasons. It is typically hot in the summer and cold
- Winter
with a pleasant spring and autumn.
Common questions
Planning Coltsville National Historical Park
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts and Permits for live updates.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Coltsville. Check the Permits tab on this page and Recreation.gov before you travel — campground, tour, or backcountry permits may apply even without park-wide timed entry.
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