Cockaponset State Forest--Overview

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Overview/History

Cockaponset, named after an Indian chief who's buried in the Ponset section of Haddam, is the second largest state forest in Connecticut. The development of this area for recreational purposes allows visitors to fully enjoy the attractiveness of the land, woods, and streams within the forest.
State Forest Management Plan for Cockaponset State Forest