Natural swimming hole
Jennings Beach
Ocean cove · Connecticut
About this swimming hole
Fairfield's largest town beach, at 27 acres on Long Island Sound at 880 South Benson Road, with a concession stand, restrooms, volleyball, grills and the Sandcastle Playground and skate park next door. Along with Penfield Beach, it is one of only two Fairfield beaches open to non-residents in season, via a daily parking fee; the town's other beaches are sticker/resident only.
Good to know
| Water type | Ocean cove |
|---|---|
| Best season | Summer |
| Fees | Memorial Day-Labor Day: beach sticker or daily parking fee of $40 on weekdays and $50 on weekends and holidays; beach entry itself carries no separate charge |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Open daily; sticker/daily-fee parking enforced Memorial Day through Labor Day |
| Parking | Large lot at 880 South Benson Road, Fairfield; sticker or daily fee required in season |
| Amenities | restrooms, picnic tables, playground |
| County | Fairfield County |
| Nearest town | Fairfield |
| Safety notes | In season, vehicle access requires a beach sticker or the daily parking fee. Fairfield's Southport, Sasco and South Pine Creek beaches are residents-only — visitors should use Jennings or Penfield instead. |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Jennings Beach?
Yes — Jennings Beach is listed as a natural swimming spot in Connecticut. Heads-up: In season, vehicle access requires a beach sticker or the daily parking fee. Fairfield's Southport, Sasco and South Pine Creek beaches are residents-only — visitors should use Jennings or Penfield instead.. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Jennings Beach require reservations?
No reservations are required at Jennings Beach based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Jennings Beach?
Reported fee info: Memorial Day-Labor Day: beach sticker or daily parking fee of $40 on weekdays and $50 on weekends and holidays; beach entry itself carries no separate charge. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Jennings Beach?
The best season is typically Summer.