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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Blue Beach Motel

Blue Beach Motel

2.5 out of 5
Price was $500, price is now $393 per person
$393
per person
Dec 12 - Dec 14
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Tampa (TPA) to Providence (PVD)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (263 reviews)
Clean room. Bed was a little stiff for our liking and shades needed to over lap window to fully block out light. Room was nice and spacious.

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection

The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection

5 out of 5
Downtown Newport
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,637, price is now $1,056 per person
$1,056
per person
Dec 10 - Dec 13
found 3 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Orlando (MCO) to Providence (PVD)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (303 reviews)
Beautiful and unique property, lovely and attentive staff. Would love to visit again!

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Forty 1 North

Forty 1 North

4.5 out of 5
Downtown Newport
Price was $1,372, price is now $1,084 per person
$1,084
per person
Dec 24 - Dec 27
found 2 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Orlando (MCO) to Providence (PVD)
9/10 Wonderful! (439 reviews)
beautiful property, they paid attention to details, this hotel goes above and beyond expectations. Would definitely recommend and come back.

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025

Popular places to visit

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

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Eastern Point Beach during your travels in Groton? Add the area's casinos or shops to your travel plans.

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

Neptune Park Association Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Neptune Park Association Beach during your trip to New London? Make time to visit the area's casinos, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Neptune Park Association Beach

Best Lodging Options Near Harkness Memorial State Park

5-star Luxurious 4 Bedroom Home by the Beach and Minutes from Mystic

5-star Luxurious 4 Bedroom Home by the Beach and Minutes from Mystic

Waterford
5-star Luxurious 4 Bedroom Home by the Beach and Minutes from Mystic
Spectacular views from our comfortable beachfront home!!

Spectacular views from our comfortable beachfront home!!

Waterford
Spectacular views from our comfortable beachfront home!!
A beach cottage gem...

A beach cottage gem...

Waterford
A beach cottage gem...
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 Holiday Vacation Villa New England - 2 min from Ocean W/ fireplace

Waterfront Holiday Vacation Villa New England - 2 min from Ocean W/ fireplace

New London
Waterfront Holiday Vacation Villa New England - 2 min from Ocean W/ fireplace
Ocean Beach Park Lawrence M.Hosp MitchellCollege Coast Guard Academy CT College

Ocean Beach Park Lawrence M.Hosp MitchellCollege Coast Guard Academy CT College

New London
Ocean Beach Park Lawrence M.Hosp MitchellCollege Coast Guard Academy CT College
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
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