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Harkness Memorial State Park

Name: Harkness Memorial State Park
Address: 275 Great Neck Road, Waterford, CT, 06385, US

275 Great Neck Road

Waterford, CT 06385

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860-443-5725

Enjoy the panoramic views of Long Island Sound from Eolia, the elegant summer mansion of the Harkness family set on over 230 seaside acres of sweeping lawns, with stately trees and spectacular gardens.

Activities

Fishing
Formal Gardens
Mansion Tours
Picnicking

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