Natchaug State Forest Main Block

Natchaug State Forest

Connecticut State Forest

13,438 acres in Chaplin, Eastford, and Hampton CT

Parking: Plenty of parking down the road near 243 Chaplin Rd Eastford, CT

Trail Map           Trails: 16 miles      Rating: ★★★☆☆

There is a huge network of trails, swimming and fishing along the Natchaug River, access to the Air Line Trail, and a backpacking campsite just outside Nathanial Lyon State Park

Hiking

• Blue Natchaug Trail – 6 miles
• Yellow/Blue CCC Loop – 2.1 miles
• Orange Multi-Use Trail – 6 miles

Swimming

There are a number of small swimming holes each with picnic areas along the Natchaug River.

History:

Established as a state forest in 1917.

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Last updated Apr. 22, 2019