Natchaug State Forest

Laura Kinlock

2022-05

I went in at the entrance off of rte 198. Pretty and peaceful. I especially liked the beaver dam pond, quite lovely in the fall. Easy hike on abandoned roadbed.

Sheryl Priest

2020-05

It is always so enjoyable taking a walk in Natchaug State Forest. I think I took some good nature pictures I hope you enjoy them from our walk.

John Lindi

2021-05

About 3 miles upstream from Diana's Pool. Really nice setting. Grilling is definitely possible, and grills are placed throughout.

Jessica O'Toole

2021-05

Beautiful place! Cooked out by the river and the can't wait to do it again this spring and summer!

Rene Hawes

2018-05

Beautiful forest with hiking trails, fishing spots, and picnic areas. Certain areas have outhouse style bathrooms. Lots of trails suitable for horses and nearby Silvermine horse camp

Laura Church

2018-05

Hiked through this beautiful forest on an unusually warm winter day

J Fuller

2023-05

We got there early and had the river all to ourselves. The dogs loved it.

John Peterson

2018-05

Very nice mountain bike singlettack. Exploration required to find the good stuff

Kevin Glaser

2024-03

CT snowmobiling trails

Jay King

2020-05

Nice private place to hike. Lots to look at while on the trail

Robert DuClau

2022-05

Nice play to picnic and relax. Pretty river flowing by. Lots of fishermen. Picnic tables are okay but need an upgrade and some repairs. River in some places is fine for little kids.

Christopher McArdle

2023-08

Good Place to hike and enjoy nature areas to rest and have small events

CYNTHIA ARROYO

2017-05

We could have fun as a family, we have contact with nature, its very clean, and do any physical activities without a problem.

Chelsea Brisson

2018-05

Absolutely love the trails through here. They give a great feel of true New England. They are well maintained forests so you may see areas being thinned, and the trail is well maintained and easy to follow. Highlights include a small overlook (Orchard Hill), a solemn grove of evergreens, classic stone walls, and even old house foundations. There are many loops, including one that circumnavigates a pond.

Matty Thrash

2020-05

Great hiking trail if you are looking for something hilly

Daniel Urban

2020-05

It's a beautiful forest, a gift of the Earth. There's good folks preserving it and protecting from the ills of mankind. On my hike here I was glad not to stumble across any junkies making small batch crystal meth like I do in Pennsylvania State Parks. Natchaug is a good place to get your head in order so the rat race is easier to face

Allan Hall

2018-05

Great place for bird watching and fishing on Hampton's "Pine Acres Lake". There are spots along the lake's edge to view possible sightings of ducks, geese, and the occasional Great Blue Heron that visit the area. Many trails are also hidden inside the forest along with many old foundations from the past.

kevin white

2022-05

Today is May 5th when fishing with my buddy there had one of the best days fishing ever lots of trout were caught and released thanks for asking

Jennifer Langton

2023-05

Was there VERY early spring. Lots of winter kill and general forestry cut downs. Will be lovely in later spring.Dog-friendliness: Saw lots of folks with their large dogs for a hike. Great place to do that.

Padraic Hagan

2019-05

Beautiful State Forest. Multiple hiking trails, including "CFPA blue" Natchaug Trail. Some trails connect to adjacent Goodwin State Forest.Natchaug River has good fishing spots, and there are multiple historic CCC buildings along Kingsbury Road. General Lyon picnic area is quiet and beautiful. Also has pit toilets.Note that the Route 198 entrance no longer connects to Kingsbury Road due to bridge damage.

Bigfoot Is Right Outside

2019-05

This is just a great forest to visit. So many sights all around you. With the wet weather we've had, there were so many mushrooms I stated that it looked like Super Mario world... Truly enchanting!

Christian Petrarca

2017-05

Great hidden location. Picnic tables exist, swimming hole on the river, you need to carry your own trash out. Can be very crowded on the weekends.

Luke Dohner

2018-05

We are going this week end- maybe! Looking for something to do in the area. I gave a five star in advance.Well we didn't go to this park, but we saw a lot of the woods in this area, ponds and many birds, lovely area!

Casey Mccue

2021-05

Can not believe the picnic tables are still not out for the public to use. This has gone to far to long. Not acceptable 1 or 2 months fine. This is an obsession of power by someone

Dan Charron

2019-05

If you like the forest, this is just as great as every other state forest in Connecticut. Some nice elms here, as well as birch, oak, maple, and beech. Just stop dumping your litter and garbage here!

Rishi Kumar

2016-05

Great place to get out of the house and be in nature. Natchuag forest offers a lot of fun activities and adventure. Also a great place to take your dogs!

John Skinner

2018-05

Natchaug is a very beautiful park with lots of day camping areas plenty of picnic tables but you need to get there early because it fills up quick

Diane Smith

2023-12

Haven't been there in years.

Ti M

2023-12

my favorite forest!Dog-friendliness: good place to bring a dog

Launa Trinque

2018-05

Great fishing. Full of family fun. Guy at iJts fly shop told us about it. They were right.