Sherwood Island State Park
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If you live in NY but want to bring your family to a nice beach without the fighting, cursing and littering associated with (some) of today's youths then its more than worth the hour drive to come to Sherwood Island Beach in Westport CT. Bought the wife and daughter up here on a Tuesday (come during the week to avoid the usual rush on weekends) nice peaceful crowd and ample space. We did a little BBQ for lunch , packed it back up and headed for the beach which is literally across the road from the grills. $15 dollars for out of town residents, but they take cash, debit or credit. Ample parking available and cannot forget the Nature Center for the enthusiasts. This Park is very clean, has Rangers patrolling the parking lot routinely, and offers the most peaceful atmosphere to could ask for in the summer. Vending machines, showers, and restrooms located in the same house. People here are very friendly and like to wave, so wave back and enjoy. The beach is very clean however be sure to bring water shoes for the little ones as the shells can be sharp on the sand. This is one of the best beaches around and for all that it has to offer you'll won't mind sitting in traffic.
Jariel FJariel F
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Pretty cool place! And free for ct residences as long as you have a ct plate! Hate how you get kicked out by security 30 minutes before sunset while others are still having a BBQ picnic. But the place is beautiful. But honestly. Instead of kicking out people who are walking about, taking photos, start asking the people who are having picnics still cooking and partying listening to music. The views are spectacular though! Lots to see and walk! But enjoy it before sunset because the security here will push hard to make you leave. Threatening to give us tickets if they don't leave in ten minutes. Sir.... Relax. I could be outta here in five minutes. Why are you asking me three times to leave as I continue to take photos of my friends, as we are moving to the car? Worry about the families who are still partying! 😂. Oh the rc airplane flight area is awesome! Watching people fly is pretty cool! Don't go here if you want to enjoy a sunset. They'll kick you out 30 minutes before. And don't listen to Google. They say park closes at 830 but they started kicking everyone out by 7. Dumb.
Kevin WingKevin Wing
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7.1.23 Our 1st time here. Free parking for CT residents. We parked on the West beach area and walked to the Pavillion and East Beach to scope it all out. There are many public restrooms and changing areas which were very clean and well ventilated. Many picnic areas for folks to sit in the shade, have a cook out, etc. The beach sand itself was a bit rocky so I suggest beach shoes. I thought the water was gross so I didn't go in but my bf said it was also a bit rocky where he went swimming. The beach itself was wonderful and quiet. We did enjoy a beautiful sunny day there.
Margaret HonanMargaret Honan
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We had quite a bit of trouble paying for the out-of-state parking with the website we were provided. We were not the only ones that had this issue. We were disappointed that there were no bathrooms close by to the beach we were on (west). If they are charging over $20 to park, you would expect all bathrooms to be open. We tried two that were locked and finally found one open at the pavilion - in the center. Signs would have been nice when you come in or at each locked bathroom doors. Otherwise, it's a beautiful park and we enjoyed our stay.
Gina Marie AckerGina Marie Acker
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A great state park in Norwalk, Connecticut. Non CT cars have an entry fee of $21, can be paid at the entry point of the park by cash or card. CT Plates are free. Picnic area & the beach is on the east side. A lot of parking lots. Carry your sunscreen & umbrella as the sand is hot in the afternoon.There’s club house & designated parking area for the members.don’t forget to visit the 9/11 memorial. No ALCOHOL, NO SMOKING & NO PETS. There’s no visitor center, souvenir shop or food store inside. Response are clean & wheelchairs accessible.
KALYAN NANDAKALYAN NANDA
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CT / 911 ride, very cool. Can't wait to do it again next year.
EdEd
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Sherwood Island Connector, Westport, CT 06880
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Sherwood Island State Park is a public recreation area on the shore of Long Island Sound in the Greens Farms section of Westport, Connecticut. The state park offers swimming, fishing, and other activities on 238 acres of beach, wetlands, and woodlands.
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