The Nipmuck Trail campsite provides plenty of room to put a few tents and has 2 fire pits as well, though only one looks to be routinely used. There is a nearby stream that looks like it would provide water year round.
The walk down to the Pixie falls it lovely and the shade provided by the trees and the cool running water should provide some relief from the heat in the summer, be sure to check it out on the way by.
Near a half a mile off of route 74 is the Knowlton Brook campsite. it is unremarkable in amenities but packed full of atmosphere! the fire ring is roughly 10′ away from the brook itself and there is room for a couple smaller tents.
The brook should provide year round water and during the summer the swampy areas surrounding it should dry up some. I would still recommend bug spray and boiling/filtering your water.
Bring your poles, there are native trout in that brook!
Settled about 1/10 of a mile from the parking area for General Lyons historic site. This shelter has access to water from a running brook close to the shelter or a well pump in the historic site. There is a fire ring which should be used with caution as to the dry grasses and under brush close by. The shelter is in good repair and has a picnic table available.
Location: Voluntown, CT — along the Pachaug Trail in Pachaug State Forest
Nestled beside the waters of Great Meadow Brook Pond, this rustic shelter offers a scenic and peaceful stop along the 25-mile Pachaug Trail. Although modest in upkeep, the location makes up for it with its incredible views and natural sounds.
The shelter is frequently visited by locals and showed signs of wear during our stay. While the site was somewhat littered, it was easy to clean up, and could benefit from more regular maintenance.
There is plenty of room for tents and hammocks, making it a solid overnight stop for solo hikers or small groups.
🏕️ Flat, open space around the shelter suitable for multiple tents or hammocks |
🥾 Just 0.3 miles from the nearest parking area, making it easy to reach |
🌅 Beautiful pond views and the sound of water right next to the shelter |
🐟 Great access for fishing — bring a kayak or canoe if you can |
🌲 Located on the Pachaug Trail, ideal for longer hikes |
🍽️ Wood River Picnic Area is a short walk away |
💧 Water source: The pond offers year-round access, but be sure to boil or filter any water collected |
🦟 Bug spray highly recommended, especially in warmer months |
🧭 Part of Pachaug State Forest, Connecticut’s largest state forest |
Of those in Pachaug, this shelter is nice in the rain! Equipped with a tin roof and plenty of head room, this is a nice shelter. I didn’t get many pictures but there is a nice fire ring and tools like a bow saw and a grill that can go over the fire. Located on the Narragansett Trail between Green Falls and the Rhode Island border.
There is a nearby running stream that can provide water nearly, if not all year round. Remember to filter or boil your water even though it is moving.
Not far from the Nehantic Trail and the Pachaug Trail split, lies the Dry Reservoir shelter. The Dry Reservoir shelter is short in comparison to the other shelters in the area, with no actual standing room. The shelter is wide enough to accommodate several people, more if you don’t mind getting cozy.
Well equipped with a saw and fire grate, the shelter has an ample fire pit and plenty of seating.
There is a running stream nearby that may dry up during the summer. Remember to boil and or filter your water.
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My father and I went out to Wyassup Lake specifically to walk the Narraganset Trail to find the Legend Wood Shelter. This shelter is clean and in good repair. The fire ring will accommodate a small fire comfortably. The fall provides excellent views and the nearby ledge is a great place to sit and have lunch. Nestled off of the trail a bit, it is peaceful while not being too far from the road (about 3/4 miles as the crow flies).
There is a pond nearby that should provide water year round. Remember to boil and or filter your water.
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In an effort to catalogue the opportunities that Connecticut presents to commune with nature I am hoping to create a record of the backing shelters and campsites that are provided by CT DEEP (as well as every trail in the state).
My father and I went out last Friday to find the Legend wood shelter for a much needed break from a trying afternoon (for me).
We grabbed sandwiches from a Delia’s, a local grinder shop, I brought my stove and headed off to Pachaug to record the last of the shelters in that area and have sandwiches and tea.
William Naismith, a Scottish mountaineer, had a hankering to come up with a way to approximate how long his jaunts would take and came up with a nifty rule that can still be used today.
On the Island the Nature Conservancy has set aside a 15 acre parcel to learn and teach the effects of fire on a habitat.
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