Niantic in East Lyme in Southeastern Region, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)

The Hole in the Wall

Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), June 24, 2023

1. The Hole in the Wall Marker

Inscription. The railroad between New Haven and New London was originally a single track. To allow for higher speed and more frequent trains the railroad was double-tracked and completed in 1894. At that time the "Hole in the Wall" was constructed. Underpasses such as this were commonly built to prevent dangerous and illegal railroad crossings by pedestrians. In Niantic, this underpass also provides access to the shore. Coastal access continues to play an important role in East Lyme's economy.

Erected by East Lyme Public Trust Foundation, Inc., with funding by Chelsea Groton.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Railroads & Streetcars • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1894.

Location. 41° 19.29′ N, 72° 11.727′ W. Marker is in East Lyme in Southeastern Region, Connecticut. It is in Niantic. It can be reached from Boardwalk just east of Baptist Lane, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 30 Main Street, Niantic CT 06357, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker

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is on the Connecticut Shoreline,

in Greater New London and in the Thames River Valley.

It is also in the American Northeast

and in New England.

Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region,

North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New London County

and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: McCook Point (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); A Place for Play (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Iron Horse (approx. 0.2 miles away); East Lyme Veterans Memorial (approx. ¼ mile away); East Lyme Honor Roll (approx. ¼ mile away); A Glimpse into the Past (approx. ¼ mile away); East Lyme (approx. 0.4 miles away); Bride Brook (approx. 2½ miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in East Lyme.

Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), June 24, 2023

2. The Hole in the Wall Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on May 19, 2026. It was originally submitted on June 30, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 289 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 30, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.