Penfield Beach
323 Fairfield Beach Road

Penfield Beach is a 3.5 acre beachfront property that is a favorite for many Fairfielders. A great place to swim and sun along the Long Island Sound, it offers a long stretch of sandy beach which abuts Rickards Beach. Part of the Penfield Complex, the property boasts two waterfront Banquet Facilities, sailboat racks, lockers to rent for the season, a large covered deck, handicapped accessibility and bathroom facilities.  

All beaches shall be open April 1 – September 30 from dawn to 11:00 p.m. and dawn to 8:00 p.m. October 1 – March 31 or such later times as specifically approved by the Parks & Recreation Commission.

There are picnic tables and charcoal grills set up on the beach for visitor use on a first come-first served basis; remember to bring your own charcoal and matches. There is a concession where visitors can purchase snacks if grilling your own food is not on your agenda.  

Along with swing sets for the kids, Penfield is a site of The Sandy Ground: Where Angels Play' Project. Twenty six playgrounds have been built to honor the victims of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary.  The playground in Fairfield celebrates the life of Jessica Rekos.