Platt Hill State Park facts for kids
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 Platt Hill State Park
Location in Connecticut
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| Location | Winchester, Connecticut |
| Area | 159 acres (64 ha) |
| Elevation | 1,299 ft (396 m) |
| Designation | Connecticut state park |
| Established | 1960 |
| Administrator | Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection |
| Website | Platt Hill State Park |
Platt Hill State Park is an undeveloped public recreation area occupying 159 acres (64 ha) in the town of Winchester, Connecticut. The state park has hiking trails, picnicking sites, and views of the surrounding area.
History
The park was one of several public recreation areas acquired in the 1950s using funds bequeathed for that purpose by George Dudley Seymour. The park first appeared on state rolls in the 1960 edition of the Connecticut State Register and Manual, where it was reported as having 50 acres (20 ha).
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