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Housatonic State Forest

Connecticut · CT

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A large, rugged state forest of ridges, river gorges and pine stands in northwest Connecticut. Hike the Appalachian Trail, enjoy overlooks, and backpack camp.

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Housatonic State Forest is a Connecticut state forest occupying 11,284 acres (4,566 ha) in the towns of Sharon, Canaan, Cornwall, North Canaan, Salisbury and Norfolk. The state forest includes two Connecticut natural area preserves, Gold's Pines and Canaan Mountain, and is the only Connecticut state forest that includes a portion of the Appalachian Trail. The forest is open for hiking, hunting, mountain biking, and snowmobiling.

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