Dawson Ave. Beach, West Haven

Directions: From East: Take I-95 S to exit 44. Turn right on Kimberly Ave./Rt. 122.
Stay straight on Elm St. Turn left onto Wagner Pl/Rt. 162. Bear right on Kelsey Ave.
Turn right on Capt. Thomas Blvd. This becomes Ocean Ave. Follow Ocean until it
crosses Dawson Ave. at beach.
From West: Take I-95 N to exit 42. Turn left on Rt. 162/Sawmill Rd. Bear right on
Kelsey Ave. Turn right on Captain Thomas Blvd. This becomes Ocean Ave. Follow
until Ocean crosses Dawson Ave. at beach.

Activities: Walking, swimming
Parking: Free, municipal lot
State: Connecticut
Town: West Haven
Facilities: Seasonal restrooms, boat launch
Safety:
Handicap Access: Yes

Description: This sandy, wide shoreline features shallow water, providing an ideal environment for small children. Facilities include seasonal restrooms and a boat launch. Nearby Abbott Park has a grassy lawn with benches that offer great views of Long Island Sound away from the beach. Free parking is available in a municipal lot.