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. Rocky Neck State Park is also closed until further notice due to a brush fire. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at a 'very high' or 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

Natchaug State Forest

In the Area

Other Nearby State Recreation Areas Include:

Mansfield Hollow State Park, Mansfield
Location: 1 mile east of Mansfield Center off Route 195
Activities: Boating, Cross-Country Skiing, Field Sports, Fishing, Hiking, Picnicking
Alcohol Free Park: Please do not bring alcoholic beverages.

Mashamoquet Brook State Park, Pomfret
Location: 5 miles southwest of Putnam on Route 44
Activities: Camping (35 sites), Field Sports, Fishing, Picnicking, Swimming, Youth Group Camping