Rocky Neck Coastal Trail

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Connecticut · new london County

Rocky Neck Coastal Trail

Coastal park route with beach, marsh, and open water views.

Rating

Length

2.4 mi

Difficulty

2

County

new london

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About This Trail

A coastal trail through Rocky Neck State Park in East Lyme with beach, salt marsh, and open water views along Long Island Sound. The route follows a scenic shoreline past tidal pools and through oak woodland, connecting the park’s crescent beach to Bride Brook.

Location

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Coordinates: 41.3042642, -72.24785709999999

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Getting There

From Niantic, take I-95 to Exit 72. Follow Route 156 east to Rocky Neck State Park at 244 West Main Street, East Lyme. The Coastal Trail is accessed from the main beach parking area.

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