Sherwood Island State Park

The 238-acre coastal park includes a mile-long beach with three distinct sand colors: red garnet, black magnetite, and white quartz along Long Island Sound.

The initial land purchase for Connecticut's first state park occurred in 1914, followed by a 23-year land acquisition process against opposing local property owners.

The September 11 memorial features a granite stone facing Manhattan's skyline, commemorating the victims with inscriptions and serving as Connecticut's official tribute.

Visitors can participate in saltwater swimming, fishing from rocky jetties, disc golf, model airplane flying, and nature center educational programs from April through September.

The park's strategic location offers views of the New York City skyline, making it a natural choice for Connecticut's September 11 Living Memorial site.

Location: Connecticut

Inception: 1914

Website: https://ctparks.com/parks/sherwood-island-state-park

GPS coordinates: 41.11544,-73.32704

Latest update: May 29, 2025 14:16