New London, CT Region — Cooling Stations, Pools & Splash Pads / Water Parks
For the upcoming extreme heat wave / July 4 weekend
Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol is active from Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at noon through at least Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 6 PM, with heat indices potentially reaching 100–110°F; residents can find official, updated cooling centers by visiting 211ct.org or calling 2-1-1. [nbcconnecticut.com], [Governor L…uesday …]
Cooling Stations / Indoor Cooling Locations
- New London Public Library
63 Huntington Street, New London, CT
Previously designated by the City of New London as a cooling center during extreme heat; check current July 2026 hours before posting. [newlondonct.gov], [uwc.211ct.org] - New London Senior Citizens Center
120 Broad Street, New London, CT
Previously used as a City of New London cooling center during hot weather events; check current July 2026 availability. [patch.com], [newlondonct.gov] - Town of Groton Cooling Centers
Groton, CT
The Town of Groton has posted a “Town of Groton, CT & Surrounding 2026 Cooling Centers” notice; residents should check the town page or call 2-1-1 for the active list and hours. [groton-ct.gov], [uwc.211ct.org] - Thrive55+ Active Living Center / Groton Senior Center
102 Newtown Road, Groton, CT
Groton’s senior center is a public senior-services facility; verify whether it is included in the active 2026 cooling-center list. [groton-ct.gov], [seniorcenter.us] - Waterford Senior Services
24 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford, CT
Waterford Senior Services is listed as open Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM; confirm current cooling-center status through 2-1-1 or the town. [seniorcenter.us], [uwc.211ct.org] - Stonington Senior Services
Stonington, CT
Stonington Senior Services provides local and regional support services for older residents; confirm current cooling-center status and hours through 2-1-1. [stonington-ct.gov], [uwc.211ct.org] - Local Libraries / Senior Centers Across New London County
If a town does not have a posted cooling-center listing, Connecticut 2-1-1 notes that libraries, senior centers and other public locations are good places to cool off. [uwc.211ct.org], [portal.ct.gov]
Community Pools / Swimming Facilities
- Ocean Beach Park Pool
98 Neptune Avenue, New London, CT
Ocean Beach Park includes an Olympic-sized pool, beach access, waterslide and other attractions; separate fees may apply for pool and attractions. [ocean-beach-park.com], [splashpadatlas.com] - Ocean Beach Park Beach / Water Attractions
98 Neptune Avenue, New London, CT
Ocean Beach Park offers beach access, a spray park, pool, waterslide, boardwalk, playground, mini golf and arcade. [ocean-beach-park.com], [ocean-beach-park.com]
Splash Pads / Water Parks
- Ocean Beach Park Interactive Spray Park
98 Neptune Avenue, New London, CT
Features an interactive spray park inside Ocean Beach Park, along with beach access, pool, waterslide and boardwalk attractions. [ocean-beach-park.com], [splashpadatlas.com] - The Dinosaur Place Splash Pad
1650 Hartford-New London Turnpike, Oakdale / Montville, CT
Listed as a New London County splash-pad option and described as a large water playground with dinosaur-themed water features; admission fees apply. [wtnh.com], [connecticu…plorer.com] - Kavanaugh Park / Trask Park Splash Pad
5 Trask Road, Old Saybrook, CT
Regional shoreline splash-pad option listed as free to the public, with posted weekday hours in available guides; confirm current hours before posting. [connecticu…plorer.com], [kidtivity.com] - Colchester RecPlex Spray Park
215 Old Hebron Road, Colchester, CT
Regional option with a free splash pad near a playground and picnic areas; confirm current operations before posting. [kidtivity.com], [connecticu…plorer.com]
