Harkness Memorial State Park Eugene O'Neill Parkway Waterford, CT Harkness Memorial Park is home to a smaller, quieter beach on Long Island Sound. It's also home to a summer of beachfront concerts and firework displays in the evening. During the day, the beach is open for activities including bird-watching and fishing. Swimming, however, is not permitted. Sound View Beach Hartford Avenue Old Lyme, CT Fewer crowds and concession stands are the mark of this small beach in Old Lyme.
Parking is available for a fee in lots run by the town.
138 Griswold, CT One of the area's largest parks, on 554 acres, and featuring a freshwater pond, beach, fishing, picnic areas, hiking and biking trails. Changing rooms are also available. There is a daily admission charge. Science and Nature Cross-Country Skiing T ake our online survey. It's private and won't hurt a bit.