Quarry View — Attraction in Portland

What a hidden gem in the state of Connecticut! My wife and I stayed just above the waters edge. We slept to the sound of a couple of small waterfalls and the fresh clean air. The host was Exceptional and extremely well informed. He gave us a tour of the Quarry and some very interesting history. Fascinating to see where the New York Brownstones came from originally. This place was a fully operational stone quarry from the 1600s forward! Large slabs and boulders cascade around the property. We watched a large variety of birds and some singing frogs calling into the night. We were shocked to find such a campers paradise tucked away so close to a tiny town They have drumming circles here both rain and shine for you to come and claim the Earth as your own. This place was only and hour and a half from our home! What a great find that we will return to! If you want to see the hand forged iron, it's here. We actually even saw a large stone that had dinosaur prints on it! When you go, please let them know Rock From RI sent you. He may even give you the secret to watching the...

A non profit historical campground and home to the steady beat of the drum. From May to October an ever growing drum circle meets on Tuesday and Friday nights from 6 to 9. Dancers and fire twirlers Often join. Daytime when the gate is open you can drive in and see dinasaur fossils in the brownstone. This is a tranquil place to pause and take in the fifty foot drop view. There is a donation boot that contributes to...

Went there for the first time, I've lived in East Hampton for almost 40 something years and never been to the Portland quarries, they've done a fantastic job cleaning it up from what I understand . drum circle (Tues & sat) is an awesome night for fun with friends and family! Very clean and...