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Hammonasset Beach State Park is Connecticut’s largest shoreline park spanning over two-miles of beach. With Independence Day just three days’ prior, the volunteers anticipated a lot of trash. That’s because visiting beaches is one of the most popular ways to celebrate the 4th of July. In total, the WeLoveU volunteers collected 50 bags worth of trash! This 4th of July weekend, celebrate freedom and embrace the great outdoors! ParkConneCT makes it easy to reach Hammonasset State Park, where you can enjoy fun in the sun with the whole family. More than a dozen state parks closed after reaching capacity on July 4th. The parking lots at following parks were full: Any parks that closed on Thursday will Hammonasset Beach is one of eight state parks that will have lifeguards on duty on July 4th and throughout the summer, thanks to a major recruiting effort by the state. Fireworks are taking place across Connecticut on — and around — July Fourth. We've compiled a list of shows (and festivals) in a town near you. State parks and beaches are expected to be busy on Sunday as people finish celebrating the Fourth of July holiday. The following parks have reached capacity and are now closed for the MADISON, Conn. (WTNH) – Large crowds are already heading to beaches in Connecticut over the Fourth of July weekend. The three-day weekend is four days for some while others are just taking Parking-related closures are nothing new for Connecticut’s state parks — the Fourth of July saw 18 state parks run out of parking, and parking constraints were responsible for several Earth Day Beach & Park Cleanup happening at Meigs Point Nature Center, 1288 Boston Post Rd,Madison,CT,United States on Sat Apr 20 2024 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Hammonasset Beach State Park (Ellyn Santiago/Patch) MADISON, CT —If your Independence Day plans include a visit to any of the state's beaches, parks, forests, or campgrounds, this is a With a two-mile sandy stretch of beach, a bustling campground, and serene nature preserve, Connecticut's largest shoreline park offers prime real estate for swimming, surfcasting, strolling the boardwalk, or just soaking in the rays and sweeping views of the Long Island Sound. From sandcastles to birthday parties, families spent the lead up to Independence Day in fun ways. By Jolie Sherman • Published July 1, 2023 • Updated on July 1, 2023 at 7:11 pm Hammonasset Beach State Park: Leashed dogs are allowed on the beach only from Sept. 30 through April 1 Sherwood Island State Park: Leashed dogs are not allowed anywhere in the park from April 15 Madison's annual fireworks show will shoot off from a barge south of the West Wharf pier at 9:30 p.m. on July 5. Connecticut State Parks announced a number of parks that have been closed to new visitors Sunday due to high capacity and a lack of parking spaces. Visitors can still access many parks Families rushed out on Thursday morning before the gates even opened at Hammonasset State Park with hopes of getting a good spot on the sand and a great place to barbecue. Multiple state parks in Connecticut have closed to new visitors after reaching capacity on the Fourth of July. The following state parks are now closed: Bigelow Hollow State Park in Union Black Work a summer job that matters, and master life skills of leadership, communication, and teamwork at the same time. Spend your summer lifeguarding on the beach where you’ll work as a team, form lasting friendships— and earn a great addition to your resume or college application! All training is paid and includes free certifications. The campground at Hammonasset has 556 campsites and 8 rustic cabins for reservation. Reservations may be made through Reserve America (see link below for camping reservations.) or by calling them at 1-877-668-2267. Crowds gathered at Hammonasset Beach State Park in Madison. The beach and other popular swimming spots in Connecticut have reached capacity 45 times in July as the temperatures soared.
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