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Natchaug State Forest

Name: Natchaug State Forest
Address: Pilfershire Road, Eastford, CT, 06242, US

Pilfershire Road

Eastford, CT 06242

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860-928-6121

The name Natchaug means "land between the rivers" and refers to the land at the junction of the Bigelow and Still Rivers which join to form the Natchaug River. The Forest is popular for its horse trails, outstanding fishing, and riverfront picnic sites. Of historic interest is a large stone fireplace and chimney that are the remains of the birthplace of General Nathaniel Lyon, the first Union General killed in the Civil War. Natchaug was established as a state forest in 1917.

Activities

Backpack Camping
Cross-Country Skiing
Fishing
Hiking
Historic Site
Horseback Riding
Horse Camping
Hunting
Mountain Biking
Picnicking
Snowmobiling

Fishing
The Natchaug River is a designated "Trout Park" fishing area

Camping
Backpack Camping is available in Natchaug State Forest.

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