Walnut Beach, Public beach in Milford, US.
Description
Walnut Beach is a public beach along Long Island Sound with sandy shores and a boardwalk that runs through different waterfront areas. The beach features changing facilities, showers, and picnic areas scattered along the waterfront.
History
This beach became a recognized summer destination in the late 1800s when it developed from a simple coastal area into a popular recreation spot for Connecticut residents. The transformation shaped the region's coastal heritage.
Culture
Local artists work in nearby studios and galleries, contributing to the creative energy of this coastal area.
Practical
The beach is most easily reached through public parking, with residents able to park free with an annual sticker. Visitors find the facilities accessible and spacious for families and groups.
Did you know?
Charles Island sits just offshore and changes visibility depending on tide levels as seen from shore. This natural phenomenon offers visitors a shifting landscape during their time at the beach.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Milford).
Connecticut combines different landscapes from the coast to the mountains with a range of historic sites. The region includes state parks with waterfalls like Kent Falls and Wadsworth Falls, extensive forested areas, and conservation lands. Visitors can hike through White Memorial Conservation...
Silver Sands State Park
715 m
Boothe Memorial Park and Museum
5.3 km
Silver Sands
1.1 km
Moses Wheeler Bridge
2.9 km
Housatonic River Railroad Bridge
3 km
Washington Bridge
2.8 kmCharles E. Wheeler Wildlife Management Area
3.1 km
Captain David Judson House
4.5 km
Sterling Homestead
4.5 km
Eells-Stow House
3.1 km
Taylor Memorial Library
3.4 km
Stratford Center Historic District
4.6 km
Sterling Homestead
4.5 km
United States Post Office–Milford Main
3.6 km
Buckingham House
4 km
Isaac Lewis House
4.8 km
Milford Point Hotel
3 km
Boothe Memorial Park
5.2 km
River Park Historic District
3.9 km
Walnut Public Beach
109 m
Short Beach
4.8 km
Gulf Beach
3.2 km
Nathaniel Curtis House
3.6 km
Pond Point Beach
4.5 km
Bayview Beach
3.8 km
Fort Trumbull Beach
2.2 km
Point Beach
5 km
Silver Beach
1.5 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes