Cockaponset State Forest, a Connecticut State Forest located near Ansonia, Berlin and Branford

COCKAPONSET STATE FOREST

Enjoy a variety of activities in Connecticut's second largest state forest.

History of the Area

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.

Nearby Accommodations

Tidewater Inn Bed and Breakfast - Madison, CT

BBs / Inns

Located in the shoreline village of Madison, CT, the Inn offers a cozy and elegant atmosphere of antiques and estate furniture.

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DIRECTIONS

19.2 miles from park*

The Connecticut River Valley Inn - Glastonbury, CT

BBs / Inns

Restored and updated to a 5 room inn, centrally located in the pastoral yet progressive town of Glastonbury, Connecticut. Just steps from either a medley of casual to fine dining restaurants or from quiet walks along the Connecticut River. A fusion of the historic past with the style, artistry and conveniences of the new millennium.

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DIRECTIONS

14.2 miles from park*

RiverQuest-Connecticut River Expeditions - Haddam, CT

Boating

Explore the Connecticut River aboard the R/V River Quest, an environmentally friendly 64', 60 passenger vessel docked at Eagle Landing State Park, Haddam, CT.

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DIRECTIONS

11.2 miles from park*

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews

March 14 Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! by Vivian Chen

I think that Cockaponset State Forest has good things, I enjoyed horseback riding.

June 21 Beautiful by A.Rhardneigh

Amazing beautiful, clean area. Perfect except the police patrolling, they are rude for no good reason.

From Middletown area: take Route 9 south, Exit 6. Turn right off the exit ramp and go west on Route 148 for approximately 2 miles. Take a right onto Cedar Lake Road and drive approximately 2 miles. Take a left at the Pattaconk Lake sign.From Old Saybrook area: take Route 9 north, Exit 6. Turn left off the exit ramp and go west on Route 148 for approximately 2 miles. Take a right onto Cedar Lake Road and drive approximately 2 miles. Take a left at the Pattaconk Lake sign.

Connecticut State Parks

Connecticut State Parks