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1. Calf Pasture Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Clinton Town Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Hammonasset Beach State Park

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4. Harvey's Beach

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5. Hole-in-the-Wall Beach

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6. Jacobs Beach, Connecticut

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7. Jennings Beach, Connecticut

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8. McCook Point Park

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9. Misquamicut Beach, Westerly, RI

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10. Ocean Beach Park

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11. Pear Tree Point Beach, CT

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12. Rocky Neck State Park

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13. Shady Beach Park

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14. Sherwood Island State Park

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15. Waterford Beach Park, CT

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16. Silver Sands State Park

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

For such a small state, Connecticut has more than its share of beaches. From the unmodified natural sand dunes at Waterford State Park to the white sand beaches at Harvey's Beach, there's something for everyone. During the summer time, most beaches in Connecticut require a parking pass, but many offer seasonal passes as well. Whether visitors are looking for an all inclusive experience complete with mini golf, an Olympic sized swimming pool, and a food court or a weekend camping near the water with access to nature centers and hiking trails, Connecticut has it all.

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