Connecticut Water Trails Association
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Connecticut Water Trails Program Connecticut Water Trails Middlesex County Clinton
Site Location:
Basic Information:
Water Type: Fresh Season: Site Contact Information:
Longitude
72.54751
ºW
Latitude
Location Map:
USGS Quadrangle: Clinton
Driving Directions:
From I-95 South:
Take the Hammonasett State Park Connector Take a right off ramp, then
first sharp right brings you down to River Road and launch.
From I-95 North:
Take the Hammonasett Connector, turn left and first road on your right
after the exit ramp from I-95 south. You also put in on the Route 1 that
runs over the river also. Park on the left side going north. There's
also a kayak and canoe rentals on the west side of the river on Route 1. ITouch Map: Hammonasset River Boat Launch Information:
ADA Access: Site Description: Environment:
Additional Info:
Put in is right below the I-95 overpass. Again watch
the tides the river gets a little shallow here at low tide. Put in just
before the 3 hours after low tide and come back on a high incoming tide
which makes paddling easier. The river takes you through some great
sights of Ospreys and their nest. Some nice Stripped Bass that were
chasing bait fish up the river. Red Winged Black birds, Hermit Crabs,
eels, and a large snapping turtle that was enjoying itself catching bait
fish for a dinner. You can paddle down as far as the mouth of the river
to Long Island Sound. Beware and stay away from the main channel. Take
some time to paddle the small tributaries and do some exploring. This is
where you will find nature at it best. The paddle back is easy with the incoming tide.
There are a few spots along this river that you can exit your kayak and
walk along the marsh and take a rest and explore also.
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