Black Rock State Park

Black Rock State Park extends across 444 acres of land with dense woodlands, hills, and multiple water bodies near the Mattatuck State Forest.

The park emerged in 1926 when Black Rock Forest Incorporated donated 254 acres of land, with additional development by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.

Native American tribes including Mohegan, Paugussett, and Tunxis left their mark through artifacts such as arrowheads and stone tools found throughout the park.

The park maintains 78 campsites with picnic tables and fire rings, plus four rustic cabins available for overnight stays from Memorial Day to October.

The park's name stems from the graphite lead mining activities of 1657 settlers, who referred to the mineral deposits as black rock.

Location: Connecticut

Inception: 1926

Elevation above the sea: 167 m

Website: https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Parks/Black-Rock-State-Park

GPS coordinates: 41.65512,-73.10643

Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:06