Wooster Mountain State Park, State park in Danbury, United States.
Description
Wooster Mountain State Park is a natural preserve in Danbury with over 400 acres of forest and varied terrain elevations. The grounds offer hiking trails, designated hunting areas, and specialized shooting ranges for different target sports.
History
The land came under state park management in 1920 when Connecticut's park commission acquired the initial acreage. During the 1930s, a federal work program reshaped the grounds, building infrastructure that remains in use today.
Culture
The park carries the name of General David Wooster, a Revolutionary War officer whose local story remains connected to this place. Visitors can sense this link to regional history while walking through the grounds.
Practical
The park is accessible via Route 7 and has clear entry points with marked pathways for visitor orientation. It is best to wear sturdy footwear since the grounds feature varied elevations and wooded sections with variable ground conditions.
Did you know?
The Ives Trail network links different parts of the park and stretches beyond the boundaries to connect with neighboring natural spaces. This connection allows hikers to walk longer routes that extend beyond just this single preserve.
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