Paugnut State Forest covers a sprawling 1700 acres adjacent to Burr Pond and Sunny Brook State Parks in North-central Torrington. The forests comprise mixed woodlands with white pine and hemlock in the dryer areas. Most of the forests you see here today where established during the depression by the Civilian Conservation Corps. The main activities in the forest are mountain biking, hunting, walking and hiking - Burr Pond State Park offers boating, fishing, swimming and picnicking. The 2.1 mile John Muir Trail leads you through the main section of the forest, connecting Burr Pond and Sunny Brook State Parks. In winter you can enjoy cross-country skiing along the trail.

Address: Paugnut State Forest, Torrington, CT 06790

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