Harkness State Park Waterford CT

Harkness Memorial State Park

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Tripadvisor (215) · State park in Waterford, United States
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Harkness Memorial State Park, located at 275 Great Neck Road in Waterford, Connecticut, is a stunning park and tourist attraction that was once the …

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4.5/5 · 215 reviews
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Oct 23, 2024
We visited this park on the way from New Haven to Boston airport and very happy we had extra time for it! Such a beautiful place! You pay for the parking and can walk the grounds and along the beach … Full review by Alexey_Barinov
Jul 17, 2024
Great park. We own a home nearby and pay the real estate taxes that pay for these parks and bought a tax bill to prove it. BUT because we have an out of state license, they still charge us the fee.… Full review by Caryn J
Jun 27, 2024
We visited primarily to see the gardens which are quite impressive. The views of the Sound are also lovely. We didn't go in the house, but it looked intersting - you have to wait for a tour. Offers a… Full review by JHM231
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Enjoy the panoramic views of Long Island Sound from Eolia, the elegant summer mansion of the Harkness family set on over 230 seasid…
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Spread out over 304 acres (123 hectares), Harkness Memorial State Park offers hours of recreational fun in the outdoors. The park is h…
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Is the picnic area easily accessible from the parking area for people with walkers or wheelchairs?
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There is designated Handicap parking and many paved paths without steps allowing access to picnic areas and viewing some of the gardens. Going down to the sandy beach does …
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There is designated Handicap parking and many paved paths without steps allowing access to picnic areas and viewing some of the gardens. Going down to the sandy beach does have steps and would not be easy with a walker.
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Answer by dakcabin · Jan 1, 2019
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Dogs allowed?
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Dogs must be leashed and are allowed only in the lawn and picnic areas, not on the beach or in the formal gardens and you must pick up after them.
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Answer by johnatod · Oct 7, 2018
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Is the park, mansion and grounds wheel chair accessible?
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Yes, yes, and yes. However, the mansion has accessibility to the ground floor , patio, and gardens
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Can you have a bounce house for a birthday party in the picnic area?
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no
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Answer by Carl O · Aug 2, 2018
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When do flowers start blooming? I want to get our engagement photos there mid May.
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Most trees will have bloomed, but the gardens are not in full bloom. Best of luck with your marriage.
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Orders ship from our Connecticut facility via UPS or USPS.
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