Algonquin State Forest

Algonquin State Forest is a Connecticut state forest located in the towns of Colebrook and Winchester. The forest is managed for wildlife habitat and passive recreational activities. It contains two areas of special ecological importance: Sandy Brook Natural Area Preserve and Kitchel Wilderness Natural Area Preserve, the later donated by Helen Binney Kitchel in 1961,^[4] both protected as Forever Wild by state statute.^[5][6] The forest offers opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, and letterboxing.^[3]

Algonquin State Forest
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Location	Colebrook & Winchester, Connecticut, United States
Coordinates	41°59′26″N 73°03′20″W[1]
Area	2,987 acres (12.09 km2)[2]
Elevation	558 ft (170 m)[1]
Designation	Connecticut state forest
Established	1937 [3]
Administrator	Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
Website	Algonquin State Forest