Natural swimming hole
Bushy Point Beach (Bluff Point State Park)
Ocean cove · Connecticut
Community-reported spot. Details below are compiled from public sources and are reported to be accurate — always verify locally before visiting.
About this swimming hole
Bushy Point Beach is the sandy spit at the tip of Bluff Point State Park, an roughly 800-acre undeveloped coastal reserve on a wooded peninsula in Groton — one of the last large undeveloped stretches of the Connecticut shoreline. The beach faces Fishers Island Sound and is reachable only on foot or by bicycle, about a mile from the parking area. Swimming here is unguarded and at your own risk.
Good to know
| Water type | Ocean cove |
|---|---|
| Best season | Summer |
| Fees | Free |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | 8:00 a.m. to sunset |
| Parking | Free state park lot at 55 Depot Road, Groton; the beach is about a 1-mile walk from the lot — there is no vehicle access to the beach itself |
| Amenities | restrooms, picnic tables |
| County | New London County |
| Nearest town | Groton |
| Safety notes | No lifeguards — swim at your own risk, and this is not one of DEEP's designated guarded swim areas. Access is foot or bike only and there are no concessions, so carry water and everything you need. |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Bushy Point Beach (Bluff Point State Park)?
Yes — Bushy Point Beach (Bluff Point State Park) is listed as a natural swimming spot in Connecticut. Heads-up: No lifeguards — swim at your own risk, and this is not one of DEEP's designated guarded swim areas. Access is foot or bike only and there are no concessions, so carry water and everything you need.. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Bushy Point Beach (Bluff Point State Park) require reservations?
No reservations are required at Bushy Point Beach (Bluff Point State Park) based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Bushy Point Beach (Bluff Point State Park)?
Reported fee info: Free. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Bushy Point Beach (Bluff Point State Park)?
The best season is typically Summer.