Natural swimming hole
Salisbury Town Grove (Lake Wononscopomuc)
Lake · Connecticut
About this swimming hole
The Town Grove is Salisbury's public park on the northeast shore of Lake Wononscopomuc, also called Lakeville Lake — at 348 acres, Connecticut's deepest natural lake. The fee-based Grove has served as the lake's recreation center for over 150 years and maintains a swimming area with a beach and dressing rooms. A fishing jetty, picnic grounds, playground and boat rentals are also on site at 36 Ethan Allen Street.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Depth | Lake Wononscopomuc is more than 100 ft deep at its maximum (lake depth, not the roped swim area) |
| Best season | June-September |
| Fees | Non-residents $10 per person (reported); Salisbury residents and town children are free; boat launching extra |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Grove office and beach/marina operate 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. daily in season, from the third Saturday in April to Labor Day |
| Parking | Park lot at 36 Ethan Allen Street, Lakeville |
| Amenities | changing rooms, picnic tables, playground, boat launch |
| County | Litchfield County |
| Nearest town | Lakeville |
| Safety notes | Swim in the designated swimming area and check with the Grove office for the day's lifeguard schedule. The launch is closed to outside car-top craft as a hydrilla-prevention measure — Grove rental boats are available instead. |
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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 Salisbury Town Grove (Lake Wononscopomuc)?
Yes — Salisbury Town Grove (Lake Wononscopomuc) is listed as a natural swimming spot in Connecticut. Heads-up: Swim in the designated swimming area and check with the Grove office for the day's lifeguard schedule. The launch is closed to outside car-top craft as a hydrilla-prevention measure — Grove rental boats are available instead.. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Salisbury Town Grove (Lake Wononscopomuc) require reservations?
No reservations are required at Salisbury Town Grove (Lake Wononscopomuc) based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Salisbury Town Grove (Lake Wononscopomuc)?
Reported fee info: Non-residents $10 per person (reported); Salisbury residents and town children are free; boat launching extra. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Salisbury Town Grove (Lake Wononscopomuc)?
The best season is typically June-September.