Bluff Point State Park
The last large undeveloped headland on Connecticut's coast, with a loop trail through woodland to rocky points and sandbar beaches.
Bluff Point State Park in Groton is one of the largest undeveloped areas on Connecticut's coastline and is designated a coastal preserve. Its loop trail of about 6 km is gentle, passing through woodland and salt marsh out to the headland, with views over Long Island Sound and Fishers Island. The sandbar-linked Bushy Point Beach is quiet. Spring and autumn are bird migration seasons, making the park ideal for birdwatching. Motor vehicles are not allowed; visitors can walk or ride mountain bikes. Admission is free.
Opening hours
Sunrise to sunset
Nearby sights
- Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park
- Monte Cristo Cottage
- Fort Trumbull State Park
- Ocean Beach Park
- Mystic Pizza
- Downtown Mystic & Mystic River Bascule Bridge
- Harkness Memorial State Park
- Mystic Seaport Museum