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Ocean beaches, bays, lakes, rivers...

Find it all here, (and check out West Haven for one of the longest stretches of beach acreage in the state.) Straddling historic old New England and the hip New York metro area, Connecticut's location on Long Island Sound makes it the perfect place for a day of sun and fun ...

Connecticut - Beaches - A quick but complete list of the state's beaches with descriptions of amenities, entrance fees, location and contact details, maps and directions.

Connecticut Coastal Access Guide - Comprehensive guide to the Connecticut coast with a link list of dozens of public beaches leading to more info on amenities, opening & closing times, parking, directions & photos.

West Haven Beaches & Shoreline - Brief historical background for Sandy Point & Bradley Point Park along with driving directions, parking, and opening hours.

Hammonasset Beach State Park - The state's largest beach located in Madison, Connecticut and featuring info on campsites and picnic facilities, a nature center, walking trails and more plus an historical overview, map, directions, nearby attractions.

Sherwood Island State Park - Connecticut's oldest state park built on former farm land with facts and information on swimming Long Island Sound, fishing, shellfishing (by permit) or just watching marsh life from the observation platform, plus maps, directions, beach rules and regulations, related links.

Ocean Beach Park - Fun for the whole family including kiddie rides, arcade games, mini-golf, nature walks, and more with photos, contact/directions info, entrance fees, calendar of events.

Rocky Neck State Park - More family fun in East Lyme with grassy beaches for swimming, crabbing or fishing, campgrounds, picnic areas.

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also see -> Connecticut Travel Guide | Connecticut Wineries