Hammonasset State Beach

Activities: Swimming, kayaking/canoeing, fishing, walking, camping, biking
Parking: Ample day use parking, 550 camp sites.
State: Connecticut
Town: Madison
Facilities: Restrooms, pavilion, picnic areas, campsites
Safety: Lifeguards
Handicap Access: Surf chairs, boardwalk, parking, bathrooms

Hammonasset State Park

Description: Hammonasset Beach offers 2 miles of shoreline on Long Island Sound 30 minutes north of New Haven. This is Connecticut's largest public beach park. In addition to large parking lots for day use there are 550 campsites on grass. Covered picnic areas offer shelter from sun and rain.