Haystack Mountain State Park

Facts about (Haystack Mountain State Park):

Overview ofHaystack Mountain State Park- Facts,Trivia,and Historical Information : This park is a "walk-in" facility with limited parking available at the entrance. On weekends during the month of October the interior road is open to vehicles. History- The 34 foot high stone tower at the summit of Haystack Mountain (1716 feet above sea level) allows visitors to see Long Island Sound, the Berkshires, and peaks in Massachusetts and New York. A roadway provides access halfway up the mountain. Prominent along the road is a spectacle of foliage in the fall and an outstanding show of mountain laurel in June. From the end of the road there is a rugged half-mile trail to the top. Allow about half an hour for this walk if you are not a seasoned hiker.

Services,Activities,Amenities,Attractions in (Haystack Mountain State Park): Hiking- Lush forests provide for ample hiking oppurtunities. Pets on a leash are permitted in picnic areas and on hiking trails. Picnicking- The park contains a large picnick area with tables. Observation Tower- A 34 foot high stone tower serves as an excellent wildlife and scenery viewing station.

Contact Information:
Address:Haystack Mountain State Park, 385 Burr Mountain Road , Torrington, Connecticut, 06790
Phone No:(860) 482-1817

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http://www.ct.gov/dep/cwp/view.asp?a=2716&q=325216&depNav_GID=1650