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 a 'very high' or 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

Pachaug State Forest Green Falls Area

In the Area

Other Nearby State Recreation Areas Include:

Pachaug State Forest, Chapman Area
Location: Route 138 east 6.2 miles from exit 22 off of Route 395. Turn left on Route 49 north and take the forest entrance 1/2 mile on the left.
Activities: Boating, Camping, Cross Country Skiing, Picnicking, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, 
Youth Group Camping, Horseback Riding, and Snowmobiling.

Hopeville Pond State Park
Location: 3 miles east of Jewett City on Route 201, off Exit 86 of I-395
Activities: Boating, Camping (80 sites), Field Sports, Freshwater Fishing, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Nature Trail, Picnicking, Swimming