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Public Parks, Trails, and Venues to Explore This Summer in Fairfield County
July 19, 2023
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Public Parks, Trails, and Venues to Explore This Summer in Fairfield County

By Liat Salama

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Summer is all about enjoying the warm weather with outdoor exploration. If you're looking for the perfect place to spend a beautiful summer day in Fairfield County, consider visiting one of these public parks recommended by Brown Harris Stevens Connecticut Agents Jennifer Runnette,  Matthew Tallett, and Tricia Neylan.

Sherwood Island State Park – Westport

Recommended by Jennifer Runnette

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sherwood Island State Park is a public recreation area on the shore of Long Island Sound in the Greens Farms section of Westport, Connecticut. The state park offers swimming, fishing, and other activities on 238 acres of beach, wetlands, and woodlands. 

Bruce Park – Greenwich

Recommended by Matthew Tallett

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bruce Park includes sports & athletic fields, tennis courts, walking paths, ponds and waterways, and scenic views of the Long Island Sound. 

The Croquet Lawn within Bruce Park is a great summertime activity, and you can often find people playing a game.

They offer Adult & Junior Clinics, both private and semi-private, with the "Greenwich Croquet Club" that anyone can join. 

Fort Stamford Park – Stamford

Recommended by Tricia Neylan

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fort Stamford Park's Goodbody Garden offers endless opportunities for a fun-filled day. The grounds are perfect for hiking, hosting a picnic, outdoor events, and beautiful scenery for great photo opportunities.

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