Connecticut Parks & Beaches

As a shoreline state, Connecticut has no shortage of parks and beaches to enjoy. Whether you want to go swimming, fishing, kayaking, hiking, or walking, there’s always a place in CT where you can enjoy the outdoors.

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5 Amazing Beaches in Groton, CT

There are several notable beaches in Groton, CT. But which ones are worth visiting? I decided to find out for myself. After spending a day at all of the top beaches in Groton, I’ve developed a pretty good idea of what each beach in town is like. These are my top picks for Groton beaches….
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Top 5 Beaches in Waterford, CT

If you’re looking for a spot to swim in Waterford, you’re in the right place. I recently took a trip to all of the most popular beaches in town to see which ones are the best. Not all beaches are created equal, so it’s important that you choose the right one. So without further ado,…
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Top 5 Beaches in Old Saybrook, CT

Old Saybrook isn’t known for its beaches, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t a few good spots to go swimming in town. I recently visited all of the most popular beaches in Old Saybrook, CT to see which ones are the best. Here’s what I found. Top Beaches in Old Saybrook, Connecticut 1. Old Saybrook…
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5 Fun Beaches in Westbrook, CT

Westbrook often goes overlooked when it comes to beach towns. But there are still of few worthwhile beaches to visit here. That’s why I recently took a trip to all of the most popular beaches in Westbrook, CT. After visiting them all, I found these beaches to be the best. Top Beaches in Westbrook, Connecticut…
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Best Beaches in Madison, CT

Madison is a shoreline town known for having some of the state’s best seafood restaurants. But many of the best beaches in Connecticut are located in Madison as well. Since summer is approaching, I decide to visit all the top beaches in town to see if they lived up to the hype. I found these…
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5 Amazing Beaches in Branford, CT

Although Branford is located on Connecticut’s shoreline, there aren’t many beaches in town. However, there are a few nice spots to swim if you know where to look. I recently visited all of the most popular Branford beaches to see which ones are worth a visit. So without further ado, these are the top beaches…
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Beaches in East Haven, CT & Nearby

If you’re looking for a place to go swimming in East Haven, you’re probably considering going to the beach. However, your options are limited. East Haven doesn’t have many beaches, but there are several beaches a short drive from town. These are our top picks for beaches in East Haven CT, along with a few…
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8 Best Beaches in Milford, CT

Milford is home to some of the most popular beaches in all of Connecticut. But which ones are the best? I decided to find out for myself. After spending the weekend swimming at all of the top Milford beaches, I finally have an answer. So without further ado, these are the best beaches in Milford,…
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Top Beaches in Bridgeport, CT

Bridgeport Connecticut is typically known for its beaches, but there are still a couple of places to swim on the shoreline. I recently visited all of the top Bridgeport beaches, to see if they were any good. I found these to be the best beaches in Bridgeport, CT. Top Beaches in Bridgeport, Connecticut 1. Seaside…
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5 Best Beaches in Westport, CT

Westport often flies under the radar when it comes to beach towns, however, that’s a mistake. Some of the best beaches in all of Connecticut are found here. That’s why I recently decided to take a swim at all of the most popular beaches in Westport, CT. Here’s my list of the top 5. Top…
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4 Amazing Beaches in Norwalk, CT

Norwalk isn’t known for its beaches, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t a few good spots to go swimming in town. I recently visited all of the most popular beaches in Norwalk, CT to see which ones are the best. Here’s what I found. Top Beaches in Norwalk, Connecticut 1. Calf Pasture Beach & Shady…
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Best Beaches in Stamford, CT

If you’re looking for a beach in Stamford, you came to the right place. There are only a handful of beaches in town, and not all of them allow swimming. So, it’s important to pick the right one. I recently visited all of the top beaches in the area to see which ones are the…
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Best Beaches in Greenwich, CT

Although Greenwich is known as a popular sailing destination, there aren’t many beaches in town. But there are a few good spots to swim if you know where to look. I recently visited all of the most popular Greenwich beaches to see which ones are the best. So without further ado, these are the top…
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10 Best Public Beaches in CT

Connecticut has a lot of beaches, but only a few of them are public beaches. The advantage of public beaches is that anyone can visit, whether you’re a resident or not. We’ve put together a list of the best public beaches Connecticut has to offer. So without further ado, these are the best public beaches…
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Free Beaches in CT [Update 2023]

Although Connecticut has a number of public beaches, not all of them are free. There are only a handful of free beaches in CT. So, I thought it would be useful to make a list of all the beaches that are currently free in Connecticut. So without further ado, these best free beaches in Connecticut….
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Dog Friendly Beaches in CT

Visiting a dog friendly beach is a great way to get your furry friend some exercise. It gives fido an opportunity to swim, run around, and dig holes in the sand. Although not every beach in the state permits pets, Connecticut does have a handful of beaches that allow dogs. These are the best dog…
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