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Photo by Marty Aligata (Oct 26, 2026)
Identity
Scientific NamePlatanus occidentalis
Common NameSycamore
Nickname“The Pinchot Sycamore”
TownSimsbury
ID128002
AliveYes
Measurements
Points482
Circumference348 in
Height99 ft
Average Spread141 ft
Report
Nominated byCBS Members (Jan 1, 1985)
Measured byMarty Aligata (Nov 27, 2025)
Location
Lat / Long41.84749, -72.80688
AddressPinchot Sycamore Tree Park, Route 185, Simsbury CT 06070
DirectionsTree is located in well-cared-for small park on eastern bank of the Farmington River.
Remarks
This tree is named for Simsbury native Gifford Pinchot, who served as the first Chief of the United States Forest Service.
Notes
This tree is a Connecticut champion.