Cove Island Wildlife Sanctuary — Attraction in Stamford

Easy access for all ages as long as able to walk. If have wheelchair - might be difficult getting past anti-auto gate as well as navigating some of the narrow paths. The trails and paths can be muddy as should be expected so be prepared. Vary the time of day & season you visit to observe the changes in vegetation, wildlife, and the hints of wildlife that live there but not always visible. Keep eyes out of your phones to look up into trees & sky - might see birds of prey - Coopers Hawk, Osprey, etc. Bring binoculars to better see the birds feeding at the feeders, paddling in the harbor, and soaring flying just above the waters. On the bulletin board by entry are bird ID charts and a spot to jot what other visitors may have seen. All this nature minutes from 95. Be careful driving thru parking area - ice hockey fans & families, walkers, kids, radio-control car enthusiasts. A perfect place for your daily dose of outdoors whether you have just 15...

Here's a little history lesson. Yes, many know that their we're once factories here at Cove island, as it was on the water and served as an ideal location for commerce and industry. There were very few good roads and ground transportation was very difficult in the 1800's. Most if not all goods moved by water. After the factories left the Cove, Connecticut Light and Power was looking at Cove island to build a huge power generating station. Thankfully the locals , including my father, fought this, so we can enjoy this...

We love Cove Island! A great place any time of year. Beautiful views of the Sound, paved walking paths, bike lane for kids, large lawns, grills, a playground, etc. There's a snack bar in the summer season. The wildlife sanctuary is quiet, away from the main park. It's a really nice place to do some birding, or to just take a quiet walk by yourself or with friends or family. Parking is expensive though from May through September, $25/ day unless you have a Stamford...