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Fort Griswold State Park 'The Fort Grounds' © Karol Livote
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Fort Griswold State Park
FORT GRISWOLD STATE PARK
FORT GRISWOLD STATE PARK
90 Walbach Street
New London, Connecticut   06023

Phone: 860-444-7591
Toll Free: 866-287-2757
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Fort Griswold State Park
'The Fort Grounds'
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Fort Griswold State Park
'The Tower'
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'Overlooking River'
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'The Buildings'
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Fort Griswold State Park
'Fort Griswold'

Fort Griswold is in New London. This shot was taken from a rock cave walkway that gives a great view of the monument.

Add a touch of reality to your Revolutionary War history lesson with a visit to Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park, site of the 1781 massacre led by the traitorous Benedict Arnold.
History of the Area
This is the historic site where, on September 6, 1781, British Forces, commanded by the infamous Benedict Arnold, captured the Fort and massacred 88 of the 165 defenders stationed there. The Ebenezer Avery House which sheltered the wounded after the battle has been restored on the grounds. A Revolutionary War museum also depicts the era.
Area Accommodations
Tidewater Inn Bed and Breakfast - Madison, CT
BBs / Inns
Located in the shoreline village of Madison, CT, the Inn offers a cozy and elegant atmosphere of antiques and estate furniture.
Captain Stannard Bed and Breakfast Country Inn - Westbrook , CT
BBs / Inns
Located along the CT Shoreline midway between New York City and Boston, and only one hour from Hartford, with tons of local attractions both on the Long Island Sound and the Connecticut River.
Boats and RVs
Rent My Camper.com, Inc - Shirley, NY
Motor Home Campers
We'll Hook You Up with all the comforts of home including heat and AC. We deliver, setup and pickup. Our campers sleep up to 10. Just bring your food and clothes we've covered everything else, even clean linens and towels Camper is supplied with pots, pans, plates, bowls, cups, utensils, all your kitchen needs.


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Area Attractions
Bluff Point State Park and Coastal Reserve. Location: Route 117 Exit from I-95 (Connecticut Turnpike). Right onto Route 1, left on Depot Road, continue under railroad overpass to parking area. Activities: Biking, Hiking, Saltwater Fishing.Charge: None

Fort Trumbull State Park, New London. Location: On I-95S to New London cross over the Gold Star Bridge (Thames River) and take Exit 84S towards Downtown New London. Activities: Historic Fort and Grounds, Visitor Center Exhibits, Saltwater Fishing, Waterfront Walk. Charge: Fee for touring Fort and Visitor Center Exhibits

Haley Farm State Park, Groton. Location: Follow Route 215 south to Brook Street in Groton. Activities: Biking, Birding, Hiking. Charge: None
Things To Do in the Area
RiverQuest-Connecticut River Expeditions - Haddam, CT
Boating
Explore the Connecticut River aboard the R/V River Quest, an environmentally friendly 64', 60 passenger vessel docked at Eagle Landing State Park, Haddam, CT.
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Area Campgrounds

Timber Creek RV Resort
118 Dunns Corner Road
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401-322-1877


Odetah Camping Resort
38 Bozrah St Ext
Bozrah, CT
860-889-4144


Wolf's Den Campground
256 Town Street
East Haddam, CT
860-873-9681


Aces High RV Park
301 Chesterfield Road
East Lyme, CT


Camp Niantic-By-The-Atlantic
271 West Main Street
Niantic, CT
860-739-9308


Mystic KOA
#118 Route 49
North Stonington, CT
860-599-5101


Laurel Lock Family Campground
15 Cottage Grove Road
Oakdale, CT
860-859-1424


Hidden Acres Family Campground
47 River Road
Preston, CT
860-887-9633


Strawberry Park Resort Campground
42 Pierce Road
Preston, CT


Indianfield Campground
306 Old Calchester Road
Salem, CT
860-859-1320


Salem Farms Campground
39 Alexander Road
Salem, CT
860-859-2320


Witch Meadow Lake Campground
139 Witch Meadow Road
Salem, CT
860-859-1542


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Directions
Coming From I-95 North: take Exit 87 (Left Hand Exit) onto Clarence B. Sharp Highway. Turn right at first light onto Meridian Street. Turn left at first light onto Mitchell Street. Take second right onto Park Avenue. Park is one block straight ahead. Coming From I-95 South: take Exit 87 onto Clarence B. Sharp Highway. Turn right at first light onto Meridian Street. Turn left at first light onto Mitchell Street. Take second right onto Park Avenue. Park is one block straight ahead.

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