Harkness Memorial State Park Tours

Photo by Catherine Tierney
Photo by Catherine Tierney
Photo by Brandon Miller
Photo by Brandon Miller
With its gorgeous landscapes and native animals and plants, Harkness Memorial State Park is a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts. Do some research before you go to see what activities are available here.

This Waterford protected natural landscape is a good spot to begin your day of sightseeing. There's plenty to see nearby, like Ocean Beach Park, Connecticut College, and United States Coast Guard Academy. Wander around at your leisure at Harkness Memorial State Park before heading to these other fine sights.

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Club Wyndham Inn on the Harbor

Club Wyndham Inn on the Harbor

2.5 out of 5
Downtown Newport
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Sep 3 - Sep 6
found 1 day ago
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Dallas (DFW) to Providence (PVD)
8.4/10 Very Good! (396 reviews)
Loved the room, the amenities, location, and especially the harbor view. I regret that I didn't call ahead to make sure the sofa-bed was made up. Biggest problem was trying to find where to check in!! Seriously, this was not easy. No signage anywhere, and the check-in area was so insignificant, again with no signage, that I didn't know I'd found it. There was nobody there!

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025

Wayfinder Newport

Wayfinder Newport

4 out of 5
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Sep 1 - Sep 7
found 23 hours ago
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Dallas (DAL) to Providence (PVD)
7.8/10 Good! (849 reviews)
The property was very well kept. Staff was very friendly. Short drive to all that Newport has tonoffer.

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Club Wyndham Long Wharf

Club Wyndham Long Wharf

2.5 out of 5
Downtown Newport
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Sep 24 - Sep 27
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Dallas (DFW) to Providence (PVD)
9/10 Wonderful! (304 reviews)
The resort is excellent with great amenities. However I had a bad experience during check-in. I had booked a 3BR condo for 3 nights in May, all the way back in Jan 2025. Upon checking in, I was told that the 3BR condo is not available and I had to wait 15-20 mins and was provided a 2BR condo. I was also told that I would receive a refund for the differential amount. However after checkout I didn’t receive any refund after multiple follow ups. Thus folks beware about what you are booking and what reservation you will get.

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

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Ocean Beach Park featuring a beach

Ocean Beach Park

4.5/5(225 reviews)

A day by the beach at this fantastic waterfront park is sure to please with its fun waterslides, large pool, landscaped foreshore and beautiful Atlantic Ocean views.

Ocean Beach Park
Eastern Point Beach showing signage

Eastern Point Beach

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Eastern Point Beach
Fort Trumbull State Park showing heritage architecture

Fort Trumbull State Park

Experience a hands-on history lesson when you explore the heritage waterfront and climb to the top of this 19th-century fort to look out over New London Harbor.

Fort Trumbull State Park
Beautiful sunrises, a few different angles to shoot from if it's low tide and you can get down on the rocks

Avery Point Light

You can find out about the history of Groton with a trip to Avery Point Light. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Avery Point Light

Eugene O'Neill Theater Center

You can enjoy a show at Eugene O'Neill Theater Center during your trip to Waterford. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Eugene O'Neill Theater Center

Waterford Beach Park

Explore the great outdoors at Waterford Beach Park, a lovely green space in Waterford. Visit the area's must-see aquarium or amble around its waterfront.

Waterford Beach Park

Best Lodging Options Near Harkness Memorial State Park

Spectacular views from our comfortable beachfront home!!

Spectacular views from our comfortable beachfront home!!

Waterford
Spectacular views from our comfortable beachfront home!!
Luxurious-Modern feel w/ custom features - AC, short walk to the Beach and parks

Luxurious-Modern feel w/ custom features - AC, short walk to the Beach and parks

Waterford
Luxurious-Modern feel w/ custom features - AC, short walk to the Beach and parks
Waterfront Cottage within walking distance to the Beach. A dog-friendly property

Waterfront Cottage within walking distance to the Beach. A dog-friendly property

Waterford
Waterfront Cottage within walking distance to the Beach. A dog-friendly property
OASIS @ OCEAN BEACH PARK: 6 QUEEN BEDS

OASIS @ OCEAN BEACH PARK: 6 QUEEN BEDS

New London
OASIS @ OCEAN BEACH PARK: 6 QUEEN BEDS
WATERFRONT VIEWS @ OCEAN BEACH GATE: 6 QUEEN 1 SOFA BED

WATERFRONT VIEWS @ OCEAN BEACH GATE: 6 QUEEN 1 SOFA BED

New London
WATERFRONT VIEWS @ OCEAN BEACH GATE: 6 QUEEN 1 SOFA BED
RIVERVIEW VILLA AT OCEAN BEACH: 5 QUEEN BEDS

RIVERVIEW VILLA AT OCEAN BEACH: 5 QUEEN BEDS

New London
RIVERVIEW VILLA AT OCEAN BEACH: 5 QUEEN BEDS
SUNSETS IN OCEAN BEACH PARK: 6 QUEEN BEDS W/ 1MIL DOLLAR VIEW OF ATLANTIC OCEAN!

SUNSETS IN OCEAN BEACH PARK: 6 QUEEN BEDS W/ 1MIL DOLLAR VIEW OF ATLANTIC OCEAN!

New London
SUNSETS IN OCEAN BEACH PARK: 6 QUEEN BEDS W/ 1MIL DOLLAR VIEW OF ATLANTIC OCEAN!
THE SEA BREEZE OCEAN BEACH HOUSE: 6 QUEEN BEDS

THE SEA BREEZE OCEAN BEACH HOUSE: 6 QUEEN BEDS

New London
THE SEA BREEZE OCEAN BEACH HOUSE: 6 QUEEN BEDS
THE CLASSIC OCEAN BEACH HOUSE: 6 QUEEN 1 SOFA BED

THE CLASSIC OCEAN BEACH HOUSE: 6 QUEEN 1 SOFA BED

New London
THE CLASSIC OCEAN BEACH HOUSE: 6 QUEEN 1 SOFA BED
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