Island Beach- Overnight Camping

The 3.9-acre Island Beach is owned by the Town of Greenwich and managed by the Parks & Recreation Department.

Location: situated two miles out of Greenwich Harbor.

Ferry: Take the ferry from the Arch Street Ferry Dock. Check the Ferry Schedule for sailing days and times.

Campers may take any scheduled ferry out to the island the day of the permit and return to Arch Street Dock on any scheduled ferry the day after the camp out.

Private vessels are permissible but may not tie up to the dock at any time.

Parking available in the Island Beach Parking Lot on Arch Street, across the road from the dock.

Camping
A Greenwich resident may reserve one night between June 8 - September 14.
Tuesday through Sunday nights only. (No camping Monday nights).
No Ferry Service September 3 - 6, and September 10 - 13, 2024
Camping Permit - Set up camp after the last ferry leaves the island and pack up before 9 a.m.

No person shall be permitted on Islands between 10:30 p.m. and 7 a.m. except by permit.

Fees: $60 Reservation fee + $21 per person.
Camping ticket includes camping, ferry and parking per person.

Capacity: 25 (includes infants and children)

Permit Holder must be a Greenwich Resident, 21 or older to make a reservation and be in attendance the night of the permit.

Permit holder/campers are responsible for providing all camping equipment, food and drink.

The resident Island Caretaker will introduce himself to you, check your permit, and verify headcount. The Greenwich Marine police are notified of all permits.

Facilities:
• Beach
• Swimming Areas
• Changing Rooms
• Restrooms
• Showers
• Concession Area
• Grills (bring your own charcoal)
• Picnic Tables
• Pavilion
• Playground
• Water Fountains

No bonfires, personal grills, amplified music or fireworks.
Before reserving, please read the Picnic, Clambake and Camping Regulations and Cancellation Policy.

Reservations must be made at least 14 days in advance.

Resident households may request one picnic and one camping reservation per year.

Select Date, then click on Search button. Click on the time range to the right of Book Now. Time listed is only for reservation purposes; please see ferry schedule for actual times.