If you're in New York City and want to hit the beach, you can hop on a train and head to this Connecticut state park, less than two hours away.

Plus, Connecticut has a boardwalk named among the best in the country, according to USA TODAY 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards 2025 rankings. The annual 10BEST awards highlight the best in travel, food ...

NEW LONDON, Conn. (WTNH) — After decades of visitors, Ocean Beach Park in New London continues to stand the test of time as one of Connecticut’s most beloved beach spots. Listed among the best 25 ...

I haven’t spent as much time in Connecticut as I have in my home of New Jersey, but it’s easy for me to catch an Amtrak and ...

Several beaches in West Haven were shut down due to elevated bacteria levels, officials said. The West Haven Health Department said Oak Street A, Oak Street B, Morse Avenue, South Street, Lake Street, ...

There’s a secret beach in Connecticut and it’s been named #77 out of the 95 Best Secret Beaches in America by Frugal Flyer. DuBois Beach in Stonington was the only beach in Connecticut to be named to ...

There's nothing quite like knowing about a gorgeous locale that few others seem to know about. And luckily, the website Frugal Flyer is willing to give up some of best "secret beaches." Based off a ...

CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — While most Connecticut State Parks allow dogs with restrictions, there are important rules owners should be mindful of when visiting beaches. In general, state regulations allow ...