Squantz Pond State Park and Pootatuck State Forest Picnic afterwards

Squantz Pond came about with the flooding of Candlewood Lake, with just a causeway separating the two. Squantz Pond State Park and Pootatuck State Forest abut each other, creating a large area to hike in.

This is a 6 mile hike, level B+
1,181 ft Elev. gain

Hike leader- Grace Best 203-984-9912

Please arrive a few minutes early because we plan to start promptly at the time listed. If you RSVP "YES" and can't make it, PLEASE change your RSVP so that the next person on the waitlist can attend.

We will be having a picnic after the hike (optional), if you decide to stay please bring something to share and a chair.

We do ask for a contribution of $3 per hike or $15 per year to cover meetup.com fees

By RSVPing you acknowledge that "The Hiking Group - CT & NY" is not a professional outdoor organization. The sole purpose of this group is to enjoy the outdoors with like-minded adventurers. As a participant you understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap.