Guilford Facilities, Parks & Beaches
Guilford has many beautiful parks, beaches and sports fields maintained by the Parks and Recreation Department. If you are interested in renting Jacobs Beach Pavilion or a sports field, please go to the Policies & Forms Page for a facility use or room reservation form.
Trail System and Recreation Areas Rev April 2 2021
A reminder that according to Town Code Section 214-2 (N) – Dogs, except for Seeing dogs, or other pets are prohibited from town property, unless they are on a leash or lead a maximum of seven feet in length and under control of the owner/keeper at all times. Dogs or other pets are also prohibited from digging and destroying lawn or vegetation or causing an annoyance to other property users. In addition, owners/keepers are required to remove and dispose of any animal defecation immediately from the property.
Schools
Adams Middle School
- 18.2 Acres
- Basketball and Little League Fields
- Soccer
- Field Hockey
- 2 Tennis Courts / Pickleball Courts
- Basketball Court with Lights
- Concession Stand
- Restrooms
Baldwin Middle School
- 44 Acres
- Little League Fields
- Lacrosse Practice Area
- Soccer
- Field Hockey
- Sledding and Trails
- Access to hiking trails
Cox Elementary School
- 21 Acres
- Little League Fields
- Soccer
- Lacrosse
- Covered Basketball Court
- 2 Playgrounds
Guilford High School
- 34.5 Acres
- Softball Field
- Baseball Field
- Synthetic Turf Field for Soccer, Lacrosse, Field Hockey and Football
- Fields for Soccer and Lacrosse
- Football Field with Lights
- Track and Practice fields
- Concessions
- 6 tennis courts (4 with lights)
Guilford Lakes
Elementary School
- 12.2 Acres
- Little League Field
- Soccer Field
- Tennis Courts with Lights / Pickleball
- Playground
Calvin Leete School
- 19 Acres
- Little League Field
- Soccer Fields
- Playground
Melissa Jones
Elementary School
- 10 Acres
- Playground
- Basketball Hoop
Parks and Beaches
Jacobs Beach
Located on Seaside Avenue, Guilford, CT. news release beaches 2020
- 25 Acre Beach
- 2 Picnic Shelters available for rent
- Drinking Fountain
- Outdoor Showers
- Boardwalk
- Playground
- Volleyball Court
- Half Basketball Court
- Bath House
- Boat Racks also available
- Accommodates a 430′ Beach for Swimming
- Seasonal Beach Passes
Lake Quonnipaug
CLOSED due to COVID-19
Located on Route 77 North of Route 80, Guilford, CT.
- 41 Acres
- Accommodates a 314′ beach for Swimming and Fishing
- Picnic Shelter
- Bath House is also available
- Kayak and paddleboats available
- Seasonal Beach Passes
Bittner Park
Located on Route 77 3 miles North of Route 1.
- 136 Acres
- Skate Park
- Disc Golf Course
- Pickleball courts
- Trails for Cross Country Skiing, Horses, Hiking and Bike Riding
- Restrooms
- Softball & Soccer field with lights
- 3 Little league fields
- Playground
Chaffinch Island
Located at the end of Chaffinch Island Road,
Guilford, CT.
This 22 acre park is a great place for fishing and picnics. Location includes:
- Picnic Tables
- Grills
Chittenden Park
Located off of Seaside Avenue 100 Yards from Jacobs Beach, Guilford, CT.
- 14 Acres
- Soccer
- 5 Bocce Courts
- Access to Long Island Sound
- Boardwalk & Platform gateway to National New England Trail
Nut Plains Park
Nut Plains Rd
- 23 acres
- 2 lacrosse fields
- trails
- Dog Park
Daniel Avenue Beach
- 3/4 acre
- Clamming and sunbathing
- No lifeguards; no swimming
- Parking is limited
Rollwood Park
- located on Stonehouse Rd.
- offer 1 acre passive recreation
- Guilford Garden Club planted trees and installed benches to help beautify the park.
- Foundation of the Rollin Woodruff homestead, Gov. of CT 1907-1909.
- Picnic tables and benches
Mill Pond
Located at the intersection of North River an
Cherry Streets.
This 1 acre parcel offers recreational opportunities for those who enjoy ice skating and fishing.
Long Hill Park
Located on Long Hill road (formerly owned by Fonicello Property), Guilford, CT.
10 acres accommodates fields for:
- Soccer
- Lacrosse
- Baseball
- Football
- Field Hockey
Town Green
- 7.7 Acres
- Monuments
- Benches
- Special Events
Additional Facilities
The following is a list of parks and beaches within Guilford that, while not maintained by the Guilford Park & Recreation Department, offer recreational amenities to the public.
Guilford Marina
- 2.4 Acres
- Mooring
- Slips
- Fishing
- Water Views
Timberlands
- 588.5 Acres
- Hiking
- Biking
- Horses
- Cross Country Skiing
Northwoods
- 750 Acres
- Trails
- Horses
- Mountain Bikers
Westwoods
- 1000 Acres
- Hiking, Biking, Cross Country Skiing
Guilford Golf Course
- 10 Acres
- Scenic 9-hole course
Shell Beach
- 0.5 Acres
- Clamming
Emergency Services
- 2 lighted basketball courts
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