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Discover the Lamothe’s Sugar House Maple Syrup Tour in Connecticut

The Lamothe’s Sugar House Maple Syrup Tour in Burlington, Connecticut offers visitors a behind-the-scenes look at traditional New England maple syrup production. This family-friendly farm tour introduces guests to the process of turning sap into pure maple syrup, from tree tapping to boiling and bottling. Set in a wooded rural landscape, the experience highlights seasonal agriculture and time-honored sugaring traditions.

Why it’s special:
Lamothe’s Sugar House is a family-run operation that has preserved classic maple sugaring methods for generations. Visitors experience an authentic working sugar house where syrup is produced on-site, offering a genuine connection to Connecticut’s maple heritage rather than a commercialized attraction.

History & Story of Lamothe’s Sugar House

Lamothe’s Sugar House was founded as a small family maple operation in Burlington, Connecticut, rooted in New England’s long-standing sugaring tradition. Over the years, the Lamothe family expanded production while maintaining hands-on methods and a strong connection to the land. Today, the sugar house continues to produce pure maple syrup and maple products while welcoming visitors during the sugaring season.

What You’ll See & Do on the Lamothe’s Sugar House Maple Syrup Tour

Learn how maple trees are tapped and sap is collected
See the evaporator used to boil sap into maple syrup
Learn about grading, filtering, and bottling syrup
Observe traditional and modern sugaring equipment
Sample pure maple syrup during the visit
Shop for maple syrup and maple-based products

Hands-On Elements: Educational demonstrations and syrup tastings during the tour.
Photo/Video Policy: Photography allowed throughout the sugar house and outdoor areas.
Souvenirs & Extras: Farm store selling maple syrup, maple candy, and seasonal products.

Pricing of the Lamothe’s Sugar House Maple Syrup Tour

Sugar house tour and tasting
Adult price: $0 per adult (free)

Tours are typically offered during the maple sugaring season.

Visiting information

Visits typically last 30–45 minutes and are offered as guided seasonal tours. The experience is suitable for all ages, though walking may include uneven outdoor terrain. Accessibility is limited, and visitors should wear sturdy footwear.

Exact Tour Availability (Sugaring Season):
Saturday–Sunday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Closed: Monday–Friday

Tours are generally offered February through March, depending on weather conditions.

Nearby

Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area
Farmington River Trail
Collinsville historic village

FAQs About Visiting the Lamothe’s Sugar House Maple Syrup Tour

When is the best time to visit the sugar house?
The best time to visit is during the maple sugaring season, typically late winter to early spring, when sap is actively flowing and syrup production is underway.

Will I see syrup being made during my visit?
Yes. Tours are scheduled during active boiling periods whenever possible, allowing visitors to see sap being turned into syrup in real time.

Are syrup samples included in the tour?
Yes. Visitors usually receive samples of pure maple syrup and sometimes maple candy as part of the experience.

Is the tour suitable for children and school groups?
Yes. The tour is family-friendly and educational, making it popular with school groups and families during the spring season.

Can I purchase maple syrup directly from the sugar house?
Absolutely. The on-site store offers bottled maple syrup and maple products produced at Lamothe’s Sugar House.