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Located off the coast of Stony Creek village (in the city of Branford, CT), the Thimble Islands are an archipelago of 25 small rocky, wooded islands topped with Victorian-era summer cottages (replete with ginger bread trimming).
The Thimble Islands is an archipelago consisting of small islands in Long Island Sound, located in and around the harbor of Stony Creek in the southeast corner of Branford, Connecticut. The islands are under the jurisdiction of the United States with security provided by the town of Branford police and the US Coast Guard.
Take a boat tour around this stunning archipelago off the Connecticut coast. You’ll learn about the area’s history and spot picturesque houses and plenty of marine life along the way. Tours last about 45 minutes and are best enjoyed on sunny days, as the water spray can be somewhat chilly.
Join Captains Mike, Justin, Bryan and the crew of the Sea Mist as you tour the famous Thimble Islands off the coast of Branford, Connecticut. For nearly sixty years, 1000s of seafarers have enjoyed tours and charters of the Long Island Sound with Thimble Island Cruise.
Jul 26, 2023 · The Thimble Islands and Stony Creek village pack in history, nature, legend and coastal adventure. High Island and Kidd Harbor (no treasure-hunting allowed!) Patrick Sikes. By Bekah Wright Updated Sep 2, 2023 1:59 p.m. Tour the Islands. Outer Island. Stony Creek.
Volsunga IV makes 45-minute tours of the Thimble Islands daily. Captain provides lively narration of history and pirate legends. Available for private charter, groups. Tour time: 45 minutes.
Apr 5, 2021 · The Thimble Islands are a chain of 365 islands in Stony Creek Harbor off the southeast coast of Branford in Long Island Sound. This archipelago was first recorded as “Thimble Islands” in Branford town records in 1739 but earlier maps show them named the “Hundred Islands.”
