August 9, 2017

Babbs Beach (West Suffield, CT)

By New England Nomad

Date Of Visit: July 4, 2017

Location: 435 Babbs Rd, West Suffield, CT

Cost: Free (but it may soon cost $20 for non residents – see below)

Hours: open daily from sunrise to sunset

Parking: There is designated handicapped parking closer to the beach

Dog Friendly: No

Handicapped Accessible: Yes

Highlights: beach, volleyball net, scenic, boating, concerts

Website: Babb’s Beach

The former site of a small amusement park (Babb’s Beach Amusement Park), Babb’s Beach is a small, hidden beach located along the Congamond Lakes in Suffield, CT.

What Babb’s Beach lacks in size it makes up for in charm.

Parking was available on the grass in front of the beach when I went to visit. But, only a week later, a sign was posted indicating it would cost non-Suffield residents $20 for the first vehicle and $5 for each additional vehicle in each party to visit. One of the reasons for this is the mess that was left behind by 4th of July visitors (present company excluded). There are also about half a dozen handicapped parking spaces right along the entrance to the beach with handicapped accessible comfort stations.

There is a short, scenic walk from the main parking area to the beach head.

The beach is just as popular for the boating and other water activities as it is for the sunbathing and beach games (there is a volleyball net at the beach).

The beach is not very big (7 acres) and I could see how it may get overpopulated on busy summer days. But, due to its somewhat hidden location and, surely, because of the additional fee they have just implemented, it will most likely remain the hidden treasure it was during my visit.

Today’s featured link is the Babb’s Rink Restoration Project. Years ago, the Babb’s Roller Rink, located about a mile from the beach, was shut down. They are now trying to raise money and awareness about the project to renovate and re-open the rink.

About New England Nomad

Hi I'm Wayne. Welcome to my blog. I am a true New Englander through and through. I love everything about New England. I especially love discovering new places in New England and sharing my experiences with everyone. I tend to focus on the more unique and lesser known places and things in New England on my blog. Oh yeah, and I love dogs. I always try to include at least one dog in each of my blog posts. I discovered my love of photography a couple of years ago. I know, I got a late start. Now, I photograph anything that seems out of the ordinary, interesting, beautiful and/or unique. And I have noticed how every person, place or thing I photograph has a story behind it or him or her. I don't just photograph things or people or animals. I try to get their background, history or as much information as possible to give the subject more context and meaning. It's interesting how one simple photograph can evoke so much. I am currently using a Nikon D3200 "beginner's camera." Even though there are better cameras on the market, and I will upgrade some time, I love how it functions (usually) and it has served me well. The great thing about my blog is you don't have to be from New England, or even like New England to like my blog (although I've never met anyone who doesn't). All you have to like is to see and read about new or interesting places and things. Hopefully, you'll join me on my many adventures in New England! View all posts by New England Nomad

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12 responses to “Babbs Beach (West Suffield, CT)”

jacquelineobyikocha
August 9th, 2017 at 4:53 am

Lovely shots

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- New England Nomad
  August 9th, 2017 at 2:17 pm
  
  Thank you Jacqueline!
  
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Carolyn Page
August 9th, 2017 at 5:38 am

I wonder if the fee now introduced is to help with the restoration project?

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- New England Nomad
  August 9th, 2017 at 2:12 pm
  
  Good point, Carolyn. The news story states the fee is to be used for maintenance and clean up of the beach and it’s implied that “out of towners” won’t respect the beach as much as residents would (they also provide you with a bag for your trash). But, it would make sense that they would use the funds for the restoration project.
  
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MG WELLS
June 12th, 2018 at 8:37 am

Lovely and thanks for sharing your adventures.

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- New England Nomad
  June 12th, 2018 at 9:24 am
  
  It’s my pleasure! Thank you MG!
  
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gc
June 12th, 2018 at 4:00 pm

I heartily invite you to you to visit my new site “Weekly Prompts”. It will provide a forum for you to continue to present your works with a new viewing audience. I hope you will visit the site frequently. Have a wonderful day. – gc

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- New England Nomad
  June 13th, 2018 at 8:33 am
  
  Will do. Thanks.
  
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Alan J. Blaustein
July 8th, 2018 at 2:03 am

I’m not much of a beach goer, but I enjoyed the photos.

Thank you for following my Blog!

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- New England Nomad
  July 8th, 2018 at 12:43 pm
  
  Thank you Alan. I have been enjoying your blog.
  
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Daniel Kemp
June 30th, 2020 at 8:46 am

Lovely photos of something that once restored could become idyllic.

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- New England Nomad
  June 30th, 2020 at 5:07 pm
  
  Thank you Daniel. I agree. It could be a much nicer beach with a little upkeep. It has wonderful views.
  
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