Bluff Point State Park

Bluff Point State Park is a coastal nature reserve spanning 806 acres on a peninsula. The landscape features a barrier beach, tall cliffs, dense forests, and salt marshes that stretch between two river systems.

The area was originally home to the Pequot people, who lived there and used its seafood resources. After the 1637 conflict, European colonists took control of the land.

The park serves as a sanctuary where rare plants and animals thrive in their natural state. Birdwatchers visit throughout the year to observe the many species that nest and rest along the coast.

The grounds offer various activities like hiking, biking, fishing, and bird watching on marked trails and are open from sunrise to sunset. Visitors should expect uneven terrain and transitions between open and forested areas.

A major hurricane in 1938 destroyed nearly all buildings on the site and prevented urban development. This helped the park remain one of Connecticut's last undeveloped coastal areas.

Location: New London County

Inception: 1963

Elevation above the sea: 33 m

Website: https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Parks/Bluff-Point-State-Park

GPS coordinates: 41.32500,-72.02861

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:40