Meshomasic State Forest

Explore Meshomasic State Forest

Meshomasic State Forest began as 70 acres, acquired for $105.00 in 1903 making it the first state forest in Connecticut and the second in the country.

Today, the ‘Mesh’ as it’s known by it’s fans, is over 9,000 acres criss-crossed with old forest roads, trails, and hidden history.

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Kongscut Mountain

★★★☆☆

887 Goodale Hill Rd, Glastonbury, CT

Kongscut Mountain / Phillips Cave Loop Connecticut State Forest 1,100 acres in Glastonbury, CT Parking: Small pull of near 887 Goodale Hill Rd, Glastonbury, CT Trail Map …

Gay City State Park

★★★☆☆

386 North St, Hebron, CT 06248

Gay City State Park Connecticut State Park 1,569 acres in Hebron, CT Parking: Large lot at 386 North St Hebron, CT year round with additional parking open…

Shenipsit Trail: South Terminus

★★★★☆

41.576774, -72.551996

Shenipsit Trail – South Terminus at Great Hill Connecticut Blue Blaze Trail – Shenipsit in Portland, CT Parking: Small lot and shoulder parking off gravel Gadpouch Rd…