The park is much larger than it looks at first glance, and it takes quite a long time to walk around it. But there are a few parking lots that make transportation easier. Entry/use is free for cars with Connecticut license plates, and non-Columbia vehicles must pay $15.

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January 5, 2024

Hiking

Hammonasset Beach is located in the State Park of the same name, which is the state's largest public beach park. It spans two miles of shoreline along the Long Island Sound and offers a picturesque coastal setting. The beach features soft sands, rolling dunes, and provides opportunities for various recreational activities such as swimming, picnicking, fishing, and birdwatching. The boardwalk and various trails offer great views while walking through the State Park.

Alex

February 5, 2024

Road cycling

Hammonasset Beach resides within the eponymous State Park, boasting the largest public beach area in the state. Stretching across two miles of Long Island Sound shoreline, it presents a scenic coastal landscape. With its soft sands, undulating dunes, and diverse recreational opportunities like swimming, picnicking, fishing, and birdwatching, it's a haven for outdoor enthusiasts.

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1. Hammonasset Beach State Park

5.52km

01:23

10m

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2. Hammonasset Beach loop from Hammonasset Beach State Park

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02:30

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3. Hammonasset Beach loop from Hammonasset Beach State Park

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01:04

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Location: South Central Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, United States

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1. Hammonasset Beach State Park

2. Hammonasset Beach loop from Hammonasset Beach State Park

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