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Harkness Memorial Park Shoreline Trail
Flat coastal park route with gardens, lawn, and Long Island Sound views.
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About This Trail
A flat coastal stroll through the 234-acre Harkness estate in Waterford, passing Italian and Asian-inspired gardens, sweeping lawns, and a historic mansion overlooking Long Island Sound. The shoreline path offers open water views with Fishers Island and Long Island visible on clear days.
Getting There
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