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A large, very popular beach with 7 miles of shoreline and a great place to catch a wave. Lifeguards on duty daily from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. There is a "surfing only" section of the state beach for boogie boarders and surfers only. It is located near Chair 15 at the far eastern section of the state beach. The state beach has a large bathhouse with pay heated showers. Off the beach along Atlantic Avenue, there are a number of restaurants, snack bars, hotels/motels, and surf souvenir shops. Since the beach is south-facing, the waves get larger when there's a south wind.
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Watch Hill, Napatree Point in Watch Hill, RI
(Atlantic Beach, Dunes Beach Park, Weekapaug Beach, East Beach)
Watch Hill is a true gem. While the pace tends to be more restful than Misquamicut, parking is at a premium and that can create some stress. Get there early or you may be out of luck. There are two beach areas. One near the old carousel. (The hand-carved Flying Horses carousel is the country's oldest operating carousel). The other beach is a walk from a private fee-charged parking lot that is usually full by 10 a.m. Shops and restaurants are located within walking distance of both beaches.
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CONNECTICUT

Branford Beaches
(Branford Point & Stony Creek)
Lifeguards on duty daily at Branford Point after the kids get out of school. Restrooms, Concessions, Picnic Areas, Sand Volleyball. At Stony Creek, it's a small beach but there are a few concessions in the neighborhood.
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Candlewood Lake
(Danbury, Brookfield, New Milford, New Fairfield)
Connecticut's largest lake. It borders the above four towns. Swimming, sandy beaches, boating, scuba diving, and more.
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Clinton Town Beach, Clinton
This might be a small beach, but it's open to the public, including non-Clinton residents. Located on Clinton Harbor. Beach with concessions, picnic areas, grills, a playground, bocce courts, sand volleyball courts, outdoor showers, and indoor restrooms. At low tide, you can walk out to sand bars, swimming is best at high tide.
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Darien Beaches
(Weed Beach, Pear Tree Beach)
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East Haven Town Beach
Lifeguards, Pavilion, Restrooms, Sand Volleyball, Picnic Areas. Free limited amount of parking available.
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Fairfield Beaches
(Jennings, Penfield, Southport)
Lifeguards on duty weekends only May 29 to June 13. Lifeguards on duty daily beginning June 19. Beaches open to all, but higher charges for beach stickers apply to non-Fairfield residents.
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Greenwich Beaches
(Greenwich Point, Byram Park)
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Groton Beaches
(Eastern Point Beach, Esker Point Beach)
Parking is limited to residents and non-resident taxpayers when parking lot is 80 percent full. Amenities: Eastern Point: Lifeguards, Bathhouse, Concessions, Sand Volleyball, Playground. Esker Point: Concessions, Restrooms
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Hammonasset State Beach, Madison
Connecticut's largest shoreline park with 2 miles of sandy beach on Long Island Sound. West Beach is the more popular beach of the two beach areas here. Season passes area available at the park to both in-state residents and out-of-state visitors. Late-day passes (after 4 p.m.) are discounted. Lifeguards, Boardwalk, Bathhouses, Concessions, Camping, Picnic Tables and Shelters, Nature Center.
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Harvey's Beach, Old Saybrook
Passes are available for non-residents as well as residents. Harvey's is a "new" town beach, purchased back in the early 80s. It's about a half-mile from the Town Beach and is about 6 acres in size. Changing rooms, restrooms, lifeguards, concessions. The water is shallow, so it's great for kids. Parking is limited to just under 150 cars.
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Jacobs Beach, Guilford
Lifeguards on duty daily from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Beach passes available for residents, non-residents must pay a fee.
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Lighthouse at Light Point, New Haven, CT

Lighthouse Point Park, New Haven
Free for New Haven residents with proof of residency. Season beach stickers available at the front gate of the park. Amenities: Swimming beach with lifeguards on duty daily Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Nature Trails, Splash Pad, Picnic Tables, Grilling Areas, Sand Volleyball, Fishing Dock, Historic Lighthouse, Indoor Carousel, Plenty of room for fun.
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Milford Town Beaches
(Morse, Anderson, Altshuler, Oak Street, Bradley Point, Seabluff, Dawson, South Street)
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Norwalk Beaches
(Calf Pasture, Bayley, Shady)
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Ocean Beach Park, New London
More than just a beach, Ocean Beach Park has a half-mile boardwalk, 50 meter swimming pool, miniature golf course, snack bars and a restaurant with deck overlooking the ocean. The park also hosts a variety of musical acts and other entertainment, activities and events through the season. Lifeguards on duty daily through Labor Day.
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Rocky Neck State Beach, Niantic
Lifeguards, Bathhouse with showers, Concessions, Hiking Trails, Fishing, Camping, Picnic Tables, and Pavilions. Fees charged Memorial Day through Labor Day.
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Seaside Park, Bridgeport
Lifeguards, Concessions, Showers, Picnic Areas
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Sherwood Island State Beach, Westport
A busy shoreline state beach that offers the most affordable beach fun in Fairfield County if you don't happen to be a resident.
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Silver Sands State Beach, Milford
Connecticut's newest state shoreline beach. Parking is at a premium since the beach is located near a residential neighborhood.
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Sound View Beach, Old Lyme
This beach is geared toward a younger crowd. Located on Hartford Avenue in Old Lyme. Limited parking in town lots. Restrooms, picnic area, and a waterfront lounge/restaurant called The Pavilion.
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Stamford Beaches
(Cove Island, Cummings, West, Shippan Point)
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Stratford Town Beaches
(Short Beach, Long Beach)
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Surf Club, Madison
Concessions, Restrooms, Picnic Areas, Playground. This is a private town beach.
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Waterford Beach, Waterford
1,200 foot waterfront beach, lifeguards, picnic tables, and pavilions
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Westbrook Beaches
(West Beach, Middle Beach)
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West Haven Beaches
(Morse, Anderson, Altshuler, Oak Street, Bradley Point, Seabluff, Dawson, South Street)
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Westport Town Beaches
Open daily with lifeguards from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
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