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Anchor Beach
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Anchor Beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 40th place out of 49 beaches in the Connecticut region 65.2 km away from its center, the city of Hartford. It is one of the beaches of Woodmont settlement, just 0.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a small bay with blue water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Anchor Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Seabluff Beach, which has a rating of 7.7.
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Beach overall scores
Anchor Beach is located in Connecticut within Woodmont, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"The beach features a stunning promenade that is a sight to behold. The Flag Rock, proudly displaying our flag, adds to the charm of the place. The beach is mostly secluded, just like most of Milford, making it a perfect spot for those who seek privacy. If you're driving, you can easily find a side street with 3-hour parking."
Lirien Zae
"Living in Woodmont is an absolute delight as the community is incredibly warm and welcoming. The sunrise over the beach is truly breathtaking, but we kindly ask that you refrain from fishing here due to the high number of children around. Additionally, the rocks can easily snag your tackle and discarded fishing lines can wash up on our shores. We do encourage you to stroll a..."
Max Stone
User reviews
"The beach features a stunning promenade that is a sight to behold. The Flag Rock, proudly displaying our flag, adds to the charm of the place. The beach is mostly secluded, just like most of Milford, making it a perfect spot for those who seek privacy. If you're driving, you can easily find a side street with 3-hour parking."
Lirien Zae
"Living in Woodmont is an absolute delight as the community is incredibly warm and welcoming. The sunrise over the beach is truly breathtaking, but we kindly ask that you refrain from fishing here due to the high number of children around. Additionally, the rocks can easily snag your tackle and discarded fishing lines can wash up on our shores. We do encourage you to stroll a..."
Max Stone
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What to do in Anchor Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Anchor Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
Beach surroundings
Transport
- JSD• 9km
- Stratford Train Stat...• 11.9km
- Milford• 5.4km
Localities
- Woodmont• 600m
- Hartford• 65.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Anchor Beach?
The coastline of Anchor Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Anchor Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Anchor Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Anchor Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the Anchor Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Anchor Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Anchor Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Anchor Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Anchor Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Anchor Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Anchor Beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Anchor Beach?
There are 59 places to stay in the Anchor Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Anchor Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Anchor Beach from parking?
The Anchor Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
What is the best time of the year to visit Anchor Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Anchor Beach is July. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 25°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 4°C and water 3°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Anchor Beach (Connecticut) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Anchor Beach (Connecticut) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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