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Cockaponset State Forest
Filley Rd, Haddam, CT 06438
State park🪢 Leash required
⭐ 4.7
380 reviews
Cockaponset State Forest in Haddam, Connecticut, spans as the state's second-largest with dense woods and multi-use trails. Shade, water, and parking are on-site. Leashed dogs can hike; ticks are common, so check fur after.
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- Park
- Cockaponset State Forest
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Haddam, Connecticut
- Coordinates
- 41.4528, -72.5092
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (380 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 5.9 / 10 — Decent
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
5.9/ 10
Decent
- · ★ 4.7 from 380 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · State Park destination
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Dog policy
Connecticut's second-largest state forest. Leashed dogs welcome on multi-use trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
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