Reading this thread (and being from CT), just a few items for thought. Unfortunately asking once at the park and 'moving on' isn't really an option, unless you going to return home. CT has so few campgrounds vs the numbers that are now camping that reservations are usually made months in advance just to camp outside.
Regarding hanging hammocks, I had not heard that State forests specially excluded hammocks. What I did find with recent research is the wire and rope is not permitted (including for hanging of hammocks), so perhaps asking about hanging with straps might work. Although I agree Cougermeat that the ranger may find it easier to say now, rather than look at the details of the writing.
Here is the quote from the CT General Camping Info site:
The injuring, removal or destruction of any animal or plant material is prohibited. Nails, knives, or other foreign objects may not be driven into trees or park structures, nor may wire or rope be fastened to trees for any purpose including any type of hammock. Sites, including firepits, must be cleaned before departure and picnic tables should be in their original location.
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