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Readers' Choice Results: Favorite Beach

Readers want to take their towels and sunscreen to Hammonasset Beach State Park in Madison.

It may be a bit of hike compared to Crandall Park or Crystal Lake, but readers chose in Madison as their favorite beach destination in the state.

Hammonasset has two miles of beautiful shoreline open to the public, as well as a boardwalk, nature trails and picnic areas.

Once visitors have gotten their fill of the sun, they can also head to the nearby Madison town center for great dining and shopping options.

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Local beaches such as in Tolland, Bigelow Hollow in Union and Crystal Lake in Ellington were also close contenders in the poll, as well as the popular Rocky Neck State Park in Niantic.

Wherever you decide to break out the sunscreen, have a happy beach day!

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