Across America 2022: Western Connecticut Beaches

Facing the Long Island Sound, the beaches of Connecticut provide calm waters, warm sands, and refreshing breezes for those looking for a relaxing seaside getaway. It’s an easy escape for city dwellers in the tri-state area, but is also ideal for travelers from around the country wanting to experience beaches of the northeast. You’ll discover there are a variety of unique options in western Connecticut—from family-friendly beaches with boardwalks to parks sprawling with nature along sandy shores. 

Plus, with charming towns like Mystic, Stonington, New London, and others, visitors will have plenty of dining, shopping, and activity options. Check out our comfortable hotels that put you near the beaches and sights, making your seaside vacation convenient and relaxing.

TOP BEACHES

Ocean Beach Park – Complete with super soft sands, a boardwalk, pool, and more family-friendly activities, this is the area’s top beach. 

Harvey's Beach – In addition to a relaxing beach area for sunbathing, you can also easily fish and boat here.

Hammonsset Beach – With 2 miles of beach, you’ll definitely find a spot to lay out here at Connecticut’s longest shoreline park.

Rocky Neck State Park – This can’t-miss park features white sand beaches, diverse nature trails, a tidal river, and an iconic stone pavilion.

Clinton Town Beach – A bit further away, this beach is worth the visit for its abundance of boats out in the water and quintessential Connecticut town sights. 

Hole in the Wall Beach – To get to this beach, you’ll head through a short tunnel under the railroad tracks, and then you can enjoy the white sands and swim in the water while surrounded by a stone jetty. Plus, the Niantic Bay Boardwalk is right nearby.