Top Beaches, Waterfalls & Swimming Spots in Connecticut
Connecticut has 3,970 listed water destinations, including beaches. Browse them by type below, with ratings, photos and directions for each.
🏖️Top Beaches in Connecticut
6 locations
4.4(5,900)Ocean Beach Park
1/2-mile beach boardwalk features an Olympic-size pool, miniature golf course, playgrounds & a cafe.
4.5(3,084)Sherwood Island State Park
235 acres on the coast offering beaches for swimming & fishing, plus picnic areas & a 9/11 memorial.
4.6(1,445)Cove Island
Sprawling island park with sand beaches & cycling paths, plus abundant waterfowl & a nature center.
4.4(1,119)West Beach
Multi-use park featuring multiple sports fields plus a strip of Long Island Sound beachfront.
4.4(1,014)Calf Pasture Beach
35-acre area on Long Island Sound with a beach, parkland, recreational areas, fishing pier & cafe.
4.2(684)Esker Point Beach
Mellow local beach offering no-lifeguard swimming, shaded picnic areas & volleyball courts.
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