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Sheffield Island & Lighthouse

Sheffield Island & Lighthouse Review

The 3-acre park here is a prime spot for a picnic. The 1868 lighthouse has four levels, 10 rooms to explore, and is adjacent to the Stewart B. McKinney U.S. Fish and Wildlife Refuge. Clambakes are held Thursday evenings from June through September.

    Contact Information

  • Address: Ferry service from Hope Dock, at corner of, Washington and North Water Sts., Norwalk, CT 06854 | Map It
  • Phone: 203/838-9444 ferry and lighthouse
  • Cost: Round-trip ferry service and lighthouse tour $22
  • Hours: Ferry Memorial Day through Labor Day, weekdays at 11 and 3, weekends at 11, 2, and 3:30
  • Website:
  • Location: Norwalk

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