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Greenwich Point Beach
4.6 ★★★★★ 556 Google reviews · Running trail in Old Greenwich, Connecticut · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Greenwich Point Beach's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Low-key park with a public restroom, picnic tables, beach, and trails.
What runners say about Greenwich Point Beach
“The beach itself is clean and the water for the sound is calm and still- Perfect for little ones.”
“Gorgeous old estate on Long Island Sound which the town acquired and turned into a spectactular park, the gem of Greenwich.”
“The beach itself is clean and the water for the sound is calm and still- Perfect for little ones.”
This is my current favorite beach in Connecticut. It's extremely beautiful, very clean and also has a great trail which goes around in a loop. It takes about 40 minutes to finish the walk, it's super worth it because most of it is along the beach and you get lovely sunset views.
This is a very nice and well kept beach. There is a lot of parking near the beach, with a small concessions stand. The reason it can stay nice is because you have to be a member to park, so otherwise you have to access through Uber or on foot. Makes sense because it’s different than the other overrun beaches.
Beautiful and scenic place. Come after 5 p.m. until Nov. 1 to avoid the fee. Entrance is free Nov.-April for non-residents.
Beautiful and elegant beach, nice places to walk, nice sunset and sunrise. Quality of sands is very good for CT.
Trail conditions & character
“Gorgeous old estate on Long Island Sound which the town acquired and turned into a spectactular park, the gem of Greenwich.”
“Great beach, walking paths, kayaking, swimming, bird watching, dog/pet area that is a bit difficult to get to and costs a lot during peak season.”
Plan your run at Greenwich Point Beach
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitegreenwichct.gov
- Phone(203) 622-7700
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–8 PM |
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