Nassahegon State Forest is a

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occupying in the

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.The forest is managed for forestry and recreational purposes and is operated by the

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Features and activities

The state's Burlington Trout Hatchery is located on Belden Road. Opened in 1923, the hatchery raises brown trout and rainbow trout that are distributed into state lakes, ponds, rivers and streams with public access. The facility includes a building for egg incubation, fish pools and ponds, and a short nature trail. The hatchery is open free to the public on a daily basis. The forest is crossed by the

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system and offers opportunities for hunting, hiking, and mountain biking on approved mountain biking trails.

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Nassahegon State Forest
- Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
Burlington Trout Hatchery
- Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection {{Protected Areas of Connecticut Connecticut state forests Parks in Hartford County, Connecticut Burlington, Connecticut 1926 establishments in Connecticut Protected areas established in 1926