RV Rental American Legion State Forest, CT

The terrain of American Legion State Forest offers excellent opportunities for hiking. There are two major trails within the state forest-the Henry Buck Trail and the Turkey Vultures Ledges Trail. The latter is recommended for inexperienced hikers because it is easy and relatively short. Walking through the pine forest will take you over rugged surfaces by the river, straight to the waterfalls. Should you venture further up the hill, you might see amazing landscapes that stretch as far as the eye can see.

The Farmington River is great for canoers, kayakers, and anglers. Flyfishing is incredibly popular here, and anglers usually stay close to the camp or on the piers. The river is stocked with various fish, but many anglers come here for trophy-sized trout, which is not uncommon in these waters. The river rarely freezes in winter, so campers may go fishing here regardless of the time of the year.

American Legion State Forest has a small campground located next to the water. The campground consists of two loops, with a couple of cabins available to visitors as well. Campers will find 30 sites here, with some of them overlooking the river. These sites can accommodate RVs that are up to 35 feet long. Other facilities include restrooms, hot showers, a small picnic area, a dump station, and a laundry facility.

Hookups are not available at American Legion State Forest. The campground is pet-friendly, but only one animal is permitted per campsite. Owners also need to keep their pets on a leash within the campground and hiking trails. It is important to mention that the camp is open from mid-April to mid-October. If you plan on spending some time here in your rental RV, contact the campground’s office in advance to ask about reservations.

A former mill town, Torrington, is the cultural and economic center of this part of Connecticut. It is surrounded by gorgeous countryside that is famous for the beautiful vineyards. American Legion State Forest campers could spend an eventful afternoon in this city, touring the major landmarks, parks, and historical buildings. Torrington has a fascinating past, and if you wish to find out more about it, the Torrington History Museum should be included in your tour. The museum is located on Main Street and features several permanent exhibits. These tell the story of the city from prehistory to the present day. The city’s economy was driven by large factories that manufactured various tools, and you may learn all about them in this museum.

If you are into breathtaking architecture as well as the performing arts, your next stop could be the Warner Theater. The theater opened its doors in 1931, and it is very significant to all Torrington residents. This place was built by Warner Brothers Studios and was the biggest movie theater in the area. Unfortunately, the theater was closed in the 1970s, but once again opened in 1983 with a different mission–to be the center for the performing arts. Locals and visitors come here to marvel at the stunning architecture and catch theater performances, concerts, and many more.

Torrington is abundant with restaurants serving all types of food. Visitors who love Italian cuisine could try mouth-watering pizzas during their visit to the city. Those of you who want to try something local, go for hot dogs or donuts. These have a different flavor here in Connecticut.

Are you feeling ready to hop into your RV rental and see more of New England? Don’t forget to make a stop at a gas station while you are in Torrington. Once you are all set and have travel supplies in your RV, head south to Bridgeport. It is the largest city in Connecticut and is known for its beaches, museums, parks, and festivals.