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Harkness Memorial State Park
275 Great Neck Rd, Waterford, CT 06385
State park🪢 Leash required
230 acres
⭐ 4.7
2,810 reviews
Along Connecticut's coast in Waterford, this 230-acre state park allows leashed dogs on lawns and paths near historic gardens. Owners appreciate shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Watch for seasonal crowds.
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- Park
- Harkness Memorial State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Waterford, Connecticut
- Coordinates
- 41.3014, -72.1144
- Size
- 230 acres
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (2,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.2 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
7.2/ 10
Great vibes
- · ★ 4.7 from 2,810 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 230 acres of room
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Dog policy
230-acre coastal state park. Leashed dogs welcome on lawn + paths.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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