Fringed with spectacular mountains, the Cockaponset State Forest is thick woodlands which is also one of the largest in the region. Offering stunning hiking trails with varied terrain suitable for beginners as well as experienced hikers, it is truly a pristine park encompassing over 17,000 acres. Home to plenty of wildlife in the mature forest, visitors are often mesmerized by scenic trails with streams and lakes. Camping, Rock climbing, fishing, boating, and winter sports such as Snowmobiling and Cross-Country Skiing are popular activities here.
这个公园距离纽黑文(New Haven)市中心很近,离哈里城(Harried City)有一段很短的时间。当你沿弯曲的绿树成荫的公路前行时,会看到城市,长岛峡湾和纽黑文港的壮观景色。有一个珍贵的鸟类保护区,野餐和游乐场设施,如果你有心情快走,有10英里的远足径。享受在城市的伟大的户外活动。
里斯体育场是耶鲁牛头犬足球和长曲棍球队的主场。现代体育场为运动员和观众提供最先进的设施。除了在体育场进行的常规比赛之外,它还可以举办各种其他特别的体育赛事。