Natural swimming hole
Mixville Park
Lake · Connecticut
About this swimming hole
Mixville Park is a Cheshire town park with a sandy beach on Mixville Pond, run by the Town of Cheshire. The town confirms there is a beach available for swimming with no lifeguard on duty - swim at your own risk - plus a fishing pond, sledding hill, pavilions, and trails. Parking passes are required Memorial Day through Labor Day; walk-ins are always free.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Best season | June-September |
| Fees | 2026 rates: non-resident day pass $20 per car, resident day pass $10 per car; season passes available; walk-ins free |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Park open sunrise to sunset; beach open Memorial Day through Labor Day; no lifeguards on duty |
| Parking | Park lot |
| Amenities | restrooms, lifeguards, picnic tables |
| County | New Haven County |
| Nearest town | Cheshire |
| Safety notes | No lifeguards on duty; swim at your own risk. Pond conditions posted during swimming season |
Map
Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Mixville Park?
Yes — Mixville Park is listed as a natural swimming spot in Connecticut. Heads-up: No lifeguards on duty; swim at your own risk. Pond conditions posted during swimming season. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Mixville Park require reservations?
No reservations are required at Mixville Park based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Mixville Park?
Reported fee info: 2026 rates: non-resident day pass $20 per car, resident day pass $10 per car; season passes available; walk-ins free. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Mixville Park?
The best season is typically June-September.