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Esker Point Beach

Public beach · Groton, Connecticut

Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temp 63°F (17°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy NLHC3 (6.1 mi away), as of Oct 20, 6:18 AM UTC.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy NLHC3, as of Oct 20, 6:18 AM UTC

No official beach-advisory feed for Connecticut yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 63°F at Esker Point Beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool todayBarbecue grillPicnic tablesPublic restroomPublic shower

Mellow local beach offering no-lifeguard swimming, shaded picnic areas & volleyball courts.

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Weather at Esker Point Beach

49°F, Clear · H 63° / L 49° · 5% chance of rain
H: 63° L: 49°
Clear
Clear
49°
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Feels like 44°
Precipitation
5%
Humidity
78%
Wind
14 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
50°
3 AM
Clear
49°
6 AM
Clear
49°
9 AM
Partly Cloudy
52°
12 PM
Sunny
61°
3 PM
Sunny
63°
6 PM
Clear
58°
9 PM
Clear
53°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Esker Point Beach?
Esker Point Beach is a public beach in Groton, Connecticut.
What is the water temperature at Esker Point Beach?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Esker Point Beach in Groton, Connecticut is 63°F (17°C), measured by NOAA buoy NLHC3, 6.1 miles away.
Can you swim at Esker Point Beach?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Esker Point Beach rated?
Esker Point Beach in Groton, Connecticut has an average visitor rating of 4.2 out of 5, based on 684 reviews.

Location & Contact

900 Groton Long Point Rd, Groton, CT 06340

Groton, Connecticut 06340

🏖️ Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
  • ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
  • ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
  • ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions

Features & amenities

Highlights

⭐ Picnics

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🍖 Barbecue grill🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom🚿 Public shower🏐 Volleyball court

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids
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