Jennings Beach

Category: Public beach in Fairfield, Connecticut

Address: 880 S Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA

Phone: +12032563191

Reviews

Snehal

Jul 14, 2022

It’s a pretty New England waterfront . Parking is bit pricey on Memorial Day weekend. I love the collection of colorful boats there.

winterxmeli

Jul 6, 2022

I absolutely LOVED this place!! Such parking was 40$, but it was seriously worth it, I was able to add to my seashell jar and overall found very unique shells! There were just a few plants near the ocean but if you avoid those the ocean is completely clean! Although,, the swim area is too close to the shore, at least make it a bit farther.

Ana Valdes

Jun 18, 2022

Had to pay $40 for parking. Plus the beach was so dirty. Plastic bottles all over the sand. Cans, paper bags, chip bags everywhere. Went in real quick into the water and saw pieces of plastic floating around. It was so sad. I don't recommend this beach at all. Been to so many beaches and I've never seen anything like this. Do yourself a favor and go to another beach.

Melinda Maria

Nov 9, 2021

This beach is amazing I’m so glad that I went! There wasn’t a lot of people there the beach is huge , the sand was clean, I found a lot of seashells both large and small, ( also beautiful rocks!! The kids collect them) the water was clean, …

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Questions & Answers

Can we see fireworks from the beach for 4th of July?

LOOIS STAAYTUNED | Dec 2, 2019
Charles O'Reilly | Dec 3, 2019

Next year!

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hours of operation?

Kathleen Harrison | Jul 4, 2021
Damaris O'higgins | Jul 5, 2021

I believe it's open till 8 pm

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Can we be on the beach for sunset? Or sunrise?

JL Salcedo | Dec 2, 2019
cyndi detuzzi | Dec 3, 2019

Yes yes and yes! ;)

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Can you enter by foot without paying the fee?

Julia A. | Dec 2, 2019
John Palmieri | Dec 3, 2019

You will walk about 1/4-1/2 mile from available parking.

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Is there a place for fishing?

Staci Luposello | Dec 2, 2018
George Acuna | Dec 3, 2018

Yes there is

What is the origin of the name "Jennings" Beach? Thanks.

John Jennings | Dec 2, 2018
Kevin Kernan | Dec 3, 2018

Jennings is the name of a wealthy and influential family from (I believe) the 1600's. A quick google search should tell you more specifics but that should give you a direction to search in. Wealthy Fairfield family..

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Is there a picnic area

Edwin Calle | Aug 3, 2021
Andres Pineda | Aug 4, 2021

There are a couple tables, but no more than 5 I would say. And no charcoal grills

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Is there a fee for people who wants to come to this beach?

Daniel Perez | Dec 1, 2020
Arsenio Espinal | Dec 2, 2020

Yes you have to have a parking permit or its free if you walk in

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Fees and parking

Hani Elfanek | Dec 1, 2020
Maria Vielmetti | Dec 2, 2020

Free for Fairfield residents as long as you have the beach sticker that you can get at Fairfield Parks and rec. For non Fairfield residents I believe there is a $50 daily parking.

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Can NYC residents visit this beach.

Monica Seda Barreto | Dec 1, 2020
Paula Moschogiannakis | Dec 2, 2020

Restricted to residents only on weekends

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is the beach open to everyone?

Riquielle Arruda | Dec 1, 2020
John Dennis | Dec 2, 2020

I was told by the gate guard that no nonresident vehicles were allowed at all, just last week. I parked at Bob's on Post Road and walked in.

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Can non residents still visit or only Fairfield residents?

Jamie Chadwick | Dec 1, 2020
VIOLETTE BERRIE | Dec 2, 2020

Yes, but unless you want to pay an enormous parking fee do what John Dennis says and walk in

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Hi every one. I have a question. Is this beach for public use or is it a private beach?

Daniel Perez | Dec 1, 2020
Tracey Clark | Dec 2, 2020

Public for Fairfield residents only right now, and you are required to have a beach pass to get in at the moment. No paying at gate.

Is it pet friendly?

Sandra Stahlbush | Dec 2, 2019
Free Eagle | Dec 3, 2019

At this time of year yes.

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What time does the beach close in the offseason? Can you stay afterdark?

Jim Webb | Dec 2, 2019
Linda Coburn | Dec 3, 2019

I am not sure but I would say at dusk

Can you bring your dog

Jose Maldonado | Dec 2, 2019
A AA | Dec 3, 2019

Only in the off season

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Can you take your dog to the beach

Lindy Perez | Dec 2, 2019
Lynx Leopard | Dec 3, 2019

Yes you can take your dog to the beach

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are dogs allowed?

Jose L Pereira | Dec 2, 2019
Umair Ishaq Khan | Dec 3, 2019

Yes

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Can you bring your own food and drinks

Eyini Gonzalez | Dec 2, 2019
Anna Liik | Dec 3, 2019

Yes you can.

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Is this a public beach?

Moo moof | Dec 2, 2019
Mouse | Dec 3, 2019

$50 on weekends, $25 during week I think

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Can still use your own fireworks today.

laviticus Braximus | Dec 2, 2019
Charles O'Reilly | Dec 3, 2019

Dont know,call PD,regular number.

Will there be a firework show today

Manati The God | Dec 2, 2019
Manati The God | Dec 3, 2019

Okay thanks

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out of the input from the graces,

francisco desousa | Dec 2, 2019
Parthasaradhi J | Dec 3, 2019

Yes, but you need to pay crazy parking fee

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Is there a fee for having a bonfire

Nicky Evans | Dec 2, 2019
Emilie Butcher | Dec 3, 2019

Yes, I'm fairly sure you need to ask at town hall

Can you have a fire on the beach?

Brandon Benson | Dec 2, 2019
Charles O'Reilly | Dec 3, 2019

Yes

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Is there a fee after labor day? Are there grills and picnic tables to use at that time? Is there a fee as well?

tammy dunn | Dec 2, 2019
Maria Conte | Dec 3, 2019

Yes there is a fee pay when u come in if u are in out of towner.

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What hours can I bring my dogs to the beach, I've never taken them, but wed like to go later today! It's far so we wanna be sure okay!

alisha trudeau | Dec 2, 2019
Matt Morgan | Dec 3, 2019

Jennings doesn't allow dogs after April 1st if I remember correctly

Can dog go in when water

Melixa Acevedo | Dec 2, 2019
Leonard Krulewich | Dec 3, 2019

Before memorial day and after labor day

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Is it cash only for parking?

Kristin Martin | Dec 2, 2018
Deb Torlish-Kovalec | Dec 3, 2018

Not sure, i brought cash

Does the concession stand have real food or just snacks/ice cream?

Kristin Martin | Dec 2, 2018
David Lindsay | Dec 3, 2018

Real food like burgers and dog and sandwiches

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There is a picnic area?

Iris Figueroa | Dec 2, 2018
Kevin Kernan | Dec 3, 2018

There are picnic benches as well as grills for charcoal barbecuing. The tables at the end of the row offer more privacy but the tables near the center are nice and close to the entrance and bathrooms so you dont have to walk as far. At the risk of sounding like an overly concerned mother "Just remember kids, when you go, carry out what you bring in!" Enjoy!

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Is this beach pet friendly?

Cynder Drakenguard | Dec 2, 2018
k9waterfun | Dec 3, 2018

In the winter months pets are allowed. They are not allowed during swim season at any time.

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I just saw today what looked like a rock on shore and I thought it was a turtle but apon further inspection it lifted up the shell and a spiky black tail came out and then I lifted it again and it looked like a crab. Does anyone knows That is?

Lexi shirilla | Dec 2, 2018
Caroline B | Dec 3, 2018

Prob a horse shoe crab

Is it ok to fish on the beach after hours

Ernest Lowell | Dec 2, 2018
Patricia K Purcell | Dec 3, 2018

A great beach,great concession, good food, clean beach

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Hi. what is the fees like ? By car ]or by person?

Nad D | Dec 2, 2018
Joe Rohaly | Dec 3, 2018

a daily parking fee of $20.00 on Weekdays and $50.00 on Weekends & Holidays at the gate.

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is this beach dog friendly?

chillchabla | Dec 2, 2018
Bob Whirlow | Dec 3, 2018

Not in summer, but I do see them aftwr 5.

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Can you cook

Bibi Dumont | Dec 2, 2018
Asia Bolden | Dec 3, 2018

Can you have a bonfire ?

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Are coolers allowed to bring on the beach?

Brunhilda Samuels | Dec 2, 2018
David Chizmadia | Dec 3, 2018

Yes , but alcohol is illegal .

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Is the beach tought on dogs paws? Crushed shells or sandy?

robert kornfeld | Dec 2, 2018
Stuart Weinstein | Dec 3, 2018

Sandy beach. Be sure to ckean up after your dog. The garbage cans are at the beginning of the paths that cross the dunes to the parking lot

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How much does it cost to get in the beach?

shylynn 29 | Dec 2, 2017
Stuart Weinstein | Dec 3, 2017

You only pay for parking & concessions (if you choose) $50 weekend and holidays & $20 week days In season only - free off season

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Any B n Bs near Jennings Beach ? Coming in late...

Suzan Sloyan | Dec 2, 2017
Michiel Schouten | Dec 3, 2017

The circle inn is the closest to Jennings kind of pricey

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Is it a private beach?

Kathy Cicchetti | Dec 2, 2017
Alex Tweed | Dec 3, 2017

No. But it's very beautiful there

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Is there a concession

Margaret puco | Dec 2, 2017
Stuart Weinstein | Dec 3, 2017

Yes

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