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    Harkness State Park

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      1 miles
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      ★★★☆☆
    • Address
      275 Great Neck Rd, Waterford, CT 06385, USA
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    At A Glance

    Connecticut State Park

    116 acres in Waterford, CT

    Parking: Large lot near 275 Great Neck Rd, Waterford, CT

    Trail Map          Trails: Less than a mile         Rating: ★★★☆☆

    Harkness State Park is dominated by Eolia the mansion of the Harkness family and is dotted with the remains of additional buildings and gardens.  Highlights include the view off Goshen Point, the boardwalk to the beach, and the water tower.

    Hiking

    There isn’t much in the way of true hiking here.  More casual walkways and open lawns for strolling.  That said there is plenty to explore from the viewing platforms and amphitheater to the greenhouse and orchard.  Walkways that amount to car free roads connect most of the sights and the grounds are open in every direction.

    History

    Established as a state park in 1952.

    This park was featured in the 2019 and 2022 Sky’s the Limit Hiking Challenge.

    Links

    Friends of Harkness Memorial State Park

    Peter Marteka – The Solitude Of Harkness Memorial State Park On A Winter’s Day (2017)

    CTMQ – Harkness Memorial State Park (2011)

    Tags
    • ★★★☆☆
    • 2019
    • Explored
    • New London County
    • Peter Marteka
    • State Park
    • Towers
    • Waterford
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    The information shown here is for general reference purposes only. exploreCT.org gives no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy or reliability of this data. Parking in all areas, whether designated here or not, is at your own risk. exploreCT.org is not responsible for any damage or loss to vehicles or contents. Last updated November 4th, 2019

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    • 275 Great Neck Rd, Waterford, CT 06385, USA

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