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Pachaug State Forest Access

Pachaug State Forest Access provides entry to Connecticut's largest state forest (26,477 acres) with multiple boat launches for paddling on Green Fall Pond and Beachdale Pond, both with speed limits of 8 MPH.

The forest offers car-top and trailered boat launch options, with Green Fall Pond featuring a scenic reservoir environment and Beachdale Pond accessible via Route 49.

Anglers and paddlers can also access the Pachaug River, which flows through the forest from Beach Pond headwaters, along with numerous ponds and streams throughout the expansive property.


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