American Legion State Forest is a Connecticut state forest located in the town of Barkhamsted. The forest is adjacent to Peoples State Forest.Recreation opportunitiesThe forest's recreational offerings include canoeing on the Farmington River and hiking on a variety of trails including the blue-blazed Henry Buck and Turkey Vultures Ledges trails. Camping is offered at the Austin F. Hawes Memorial Campground by the banks of the river.Further readingAmerican Legion State Forest TrailsAmerican Legion State Forest Trails Connecticut Museum Quest