Hebron/Marlborough/Colchester/East Haddam/East Hampton / Connecticut
Salmon River State Forest
A covered bridge and river valley give this forest a distinctive sense of place.
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A reason to wander.
A covered bridge and river valley give this forest a distinctive sense of place. Salmon River’s parcels stretch across several towns, with connections to the Air Line trail and routes through woodland beside the river.
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- Fishing
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Nature
- Picnicking
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Guide reviewed September 8, 2026. Hours, access and programs can change. Use the official sources below for the latest details.
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