Esker Point Beach
- Beach
- Regional draw
- Noank
Esker Point Beach provides a public shoreline recreation space in the Noank area of Groton, with sand and waterfront views alongside organized activity areas.
The beach is also used for seasonal community programs, giving it a different feel on event days.
Check Groton Parks and Recreation for current beach guidance, reservations and scheduled activities before arriving. A public beach visit does not include a reserved court or picnic area automatically. The photograph shows the shoreline and neighboring coastal setting rather than a current concert or guaranteed swimming conditions.
Visitor details reviewed October 18, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
Image credit: Carol M. Highsmith / Wikimedia Commons. Original source. Public domain. Resized and converted to WebP; may be cropped for display.
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