Get Active at Cove Island Park

August 7, 2013 by greystar

Cove Island Park is one of Stamford’s waterfront treasures and a great place to spend an active afternoon. Children enjoy the nature center with aquariums and touch tank and nature lovers will appreciate the natural topography. The rocky shoreline and bluffs overlook Long Island Sound, and the park contains salt marshes, intertidal mudflats and estuaries that attract water fowl. A sandy beach is relaxing for sunbathers and swimmers. For more active recreation, there is a one mile walking and running trail, as well as a shorter paved loop for cyclists and rollerbladers. Bring fixin’s for a barbecue and take advantage of the park’s grills. Stamford residents park for free — but be careful not to leave any valuables in your car.

Cove Island Park
1125 Cove Road
Stamford, CT 06902
www.yelp.com/biz/cove-island-park-stamford

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Cove Island Park: Hit The Beach

December 4, 2012 by greystar

Located in the Cove Island section of Stamford, this is one of the most popular beach recreation destinations in town. That’s because it has facilities for just about everyone. Runners and walkers flock to the one-mile loop trail, with a separate path for bikers and rollerbladers. On the shoreline, there are many great fishing spots that lure local anglers. It’s a great place for birdwatching as well, with over 300 native species present. An interpretive trail running along the water’s edge provides great information on the flora and fauna of the region. There’s even a small aquarium on the grounds run by SoundWaters, a nonprofit educational organization. The one thing to keep in mind is that admission to the park is not free. Non-residents pay $20 for a one-day pass, but Stamford residents can apply for a year-round pass for free. On Saturdays and Sundays there are public sails around Long Island Sound, which are a great value.

Cove Island Park
1125 Cove Road
Stamford, CT 06902
http://www.yelp.com/biz/cove-island-park-stamford

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Get Active at Cove Island Park

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