Pachaug State Forest Chapman Area--Facilities

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

Pachaug State Forest Chapman Area

Facilities

Boat Launch, Picnic Tables, Pit Toilets

Mt. Misery Overlook is the highest point in the vicinity with an elevation of 441 feet, giving a fine view of Pachaug Forest and Voluntown. The overlook is accessible by trail and or car (600 feet from a parking area.)

The Rhododendron Sanctuary offers a short scenic walk through an unusual ecological type and is one of very few such areas in New England. The Rhododendron usually blossom around July 4th.

Beachdale Pond is stocked with trout and has natural bass, pickerel and bullhead. The fishing area has a fishing platform off of Route 49 with wheelchair access.

Pachaug State Forest, Voluntown