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Old Lyme has several beaches for families to enjoy. White Sand Beach and Hains Park, located on 11 Seaside Avenue, is a local town beach known for its beautiful views of Long Island Sound. Lounge around on the beach, enjoy a meal in their picnic area, or take a tour of the nearby Nature Conservancy’s Griswold Point Preserve. Be mindful when visiting, however, as the community beach is located between two private beach sections exclusively used by the White Sand Beach Association. Another beach worth visiting is Sound View Beach located on Hartford Avenue. First established in 1892, Sound View Beach was the first public beach in America. Visitors can swim, lounge around, picnic, and check out the nearby shops and food concessionaires.
Old Lyme, Connecticut 06371; Phone: 860-434-1605
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