Cockaponset State Forest, Connecticut

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.

Directions
 
To the Ranger Headquarters:
From the North:  Take Exit 8 off Route 9 South.  Turn left onto Beaver Meadow Road.  Take the second right onto Ranger Road.  Headquarters is on the left.
From the South:  Take Exit 8 off Route 9 North.  Turn right onto Beaver Meadow Road.  Take the second right onto Ranger Road.  Headquarters is on the left.
To the Pattaconk Recreation Area:
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 Ro