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

The Geology of Connecticut State Parks

Photograph of rocks at Day Pond State Park

Connecticut's State Parks are an exciting place to learn about the geology of the state. Descriptions that explain the interesting geologic features and identify the many rocks and minerals that you will see along the trails are available for many of our parks. Print a copy of the description and carry it with you when you visit a park to gain insight into the complex geologic history of Connecticut.

 

Glossary of geologic features and terms used in State Park descriptions