Ocean Beach Park
New London's long-running seaside park, with white sand, a boardwalk, a pool and mini golf, ideal for family swims.
Ocean Beach Park opened in 1940 on the Long Island Sound shore at the southern end of New London. It has about 800 meters of white sand beach and a boardwalk, along with a saltwater pool, water slides, mini golf, an arcade and snack bars. In summer it has lifeguards and open-air concerts, making it one of the most popular family beaches in southeastern Connecticut. Admission is charged per vehicle, at a higher rate for non-New London residents, and the parking lot fills quickly on peak-season weekends.
Opening hours
Summer, approx. 09:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Harkness Memorial State Park
- Monte Cristo Cottage
- Fort Trumbull State Park
- Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park
- Bluff Point State Park
- Submarine Force Library and Museum & USS Nautilus
- Mystic Pizza
- Downtown Mystic & Mystic River Bascule Bridge