Hammonasset Beach State Park

About

Hammonasset Beach State Park campground sits within Connecticut's largest shoreline park, spanning over 900 acres along Long Island Sound in Madison. The campground offers 558 grassy sites including standard electric, standard non-electric, popup/tent, and tent-only options, plus 8 rustic two-room cabins sleeping up to 6. Sites accommodate equipment up to 35 feet and feature picnic tables, with 88 sites offering electric and water hookups including 50-amp service. Facilities include bathhouses with hot showers and dishwashing areas, potable water throughout the campground, six dump stations, and a camp store selling firewood, ice, and firepit rentals. Note that fire rings are not provided at sites; campers must bring their own raised firepits or rent from the store. Ground fires are prohibited. The park features over two miles of sandy beach, a three-quarter mile boardwalk, the Meigs Point Nature Center, an amphitheater, playground, volleyball courts, and adult exercise equipment. Pets are not permitted in the campground area. Six ADA-accessible sites are available by reservation.

Directions

From I-95, take Exit 62 and follow signs to Hammonasset Beach State Park. The campground is located within the park, with clear signage directing visitors to the camping area.