Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at an 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

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07/20/2018

DEEP Announces Reopening of the Windsor Locks Canal State Park Trail

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) today announced the planned reopening of the Windsor Locks Canal State Prk Trail on Saturday, July 21, 2018. Since its closure was announced on June 1, 2018, DEEP and The Windsor Locks Canal Company have been working diligently to address insurance issues surrounding the public use of this property.  The Windsor Locks Canal Company leases this land to DEEP at no cost for public recreational purposes.
Today DEEP crews are working to clear debris and brush that has accumulated on the trail in anticipation of the opening of the trail on Saturday. 
While a final resolution on the insurance has not been made, The Windsor Locks Canal Company has agreed to the reopening of the State Park Trail while DEEP works on supplying new or alternative insurance prior to the trail opening next spring.  DEEP and the recreating public commend the good faith shown by The Windsor Locks Canal Company and appreciate the support of the two host communities, Windsor Locks and Suffield, during the closure of this important 4 ½ mile trail along the scenic Connecticut River. 
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