Hidden gems - Beaches in West Hartford, United States not to miss (Updated April, 2024)

Hidden gems: Beaches in West Hartford

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in West Hartford. This list contains 60 places from Beach category.

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Lake Hills Beach #4

Beach

Sunbathing, swimming at a compact, lakefront shoreline with boat access & a parking lot.

5.00 (9 reviews) (~76.08 km from centre)

Chalker Beach

Beach

Private vacation homes & quaint cottages line this modest stretch of sand on Long Island Sound.

5.00 (9 reviews) (~60.51 km from centre)

Ocean House Beach

Beach

👍👍 Fabulous beach - best on the East Coast. However, avoid parking at The Watch Hill Inn parking lot. Horrible service, employees yelling and I could hear some of the employees cursing. Avoid at all costs! The owner is also very dishonest.

5.00 (8 reviews) (~89.46 km from centre)

Attawan Beach

Beach

👍👍 Beautiful sand,for the ocean its like being in a lake. Little kids afraid of sea weed. But it was a wonderful day. We definitely enjoyed ourselves.

5.00 (8 reviews) (~67.81 km from centre)

Scotts Beach

Beach

👍👍 Lovely local beach to go for a walk or work out. This isn’t a beach to go swimming in, but canoeing and kayaking would be ideal. There isn’t any parking or businesses around. This is purely for locals as much of this area is also private. If you are in the vicinity walking is best. Please be respe...

5.00 (5 reviews) (~90.58 km from centre)

Milford Point Unit

Beach

Coastal & river wildlife refuge with barrier beach, mudflats & marshes teeming with migratory birds.

5.00 (5 reviews) (~72.23 km from centre)

Prospect Beach

Beach

4.90 (14 reviews) (~60.03 km from centre)

Lake MacGregor Beach (Private)

Beach

👍👍 The part that Google takes you to is a PRIVATE BEACH! you have to walk through a small path to go to the part that is public (it's small) but it's super cute and quiet with a lot of little fishes! The water is perfect but there are water snakes so be aware!!

4.90 (13 reviews) (~95.53 km from centre)

Money Beach

Beach

4.90 (8 reviews) (~79.6 km from centre)

Stonington Small Boat Association Beach and Boat Launch

Beach

👍👍 Beautiful sun set!

4.90 (8 reviews) (~84.06 km from centre)

Oyster River Beach

Beach

Bordered by homes, this sandy beach offers serene views of the Long Island Sound.

4.90 (8 reviews) (~61.88 km from centre)

Avery Point Beach

Beach

👍👍 Best place to walk around! Love going for a walk with my dog here! Beautiful views!

4.80 (66 reviews) (~74.64 km from centre)

Dunes Park Beach

Beach

Privately operated beach with fee parking, bath facilities & a low-key, family-friendly ambiance.

4.80 (18 reviews) (~94.53 km from centre)

Shell Beach

Beach

Sandy unpatrolled peninsula beach suitable for swimming, kayaking & kiteboarding.

4.80 (14 reviews) (~86.6 km from centre)

Garvan Point Beach

Beach

👍👍 This is called the Surf Club if you're a local, not Garvian Point. Great place to hang and always stuff happening. Just be aware that some people will be offended by your presence and flaunt their money and "family name" over you if you breathe in their general direction while other people you'll me...

4.80 (12 reviews) (~55.43 km from centre)

Middle Beach

Beach

👍👍 This is one of the most peaceful places i’ve ever seen.. There are few parking lots for public. Very small beach with a private place for the locals. Sunset behind the houses was worth watching.

4.80 (11 reviews) (~59.26 km from centre)

Orient Beach

Beach

4.80 (10 reviews) (~80.65 km from centre)

Sherman Town Beach

Beach

Peaceful beach on Candlewood Lake with a small sandy expanse & a grassy park with picnic tables.

4.80 (8 reviews) (~65.81 km from centre)

Long Beach

Beach

👍👍 Magnificent park. Perfectly maintained by the hardworking Smithtown Parks Department.

4.80 (6 reviews) (~99.85 km from centre)

Gulf Beach

Beach

Island view sandy beach with picnic areas, restrooms & a fishing pier.

4.80 (5 reviews) (~66.56 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: Beaches in West Hartford, United States