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Town Boat Launch

Shepaug River Road; off West Purchase Road
Southbury, CT 06488
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Description

The town boat launch on Shepaug River features a paved boat ramp and a dock for boat launching. Parking is for Southbury residents only.

Managed by the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department. More information at 203-262-0633 or www.southbury-ct.org/parkrec.

Parking

Parking permits are $10 per vehicle and can be obtained by visiting the Parks and Recreation office with proof of residency and vehicle registration. Vehicle registration must show a Southbury Address. Parking permits must be displayed on the dash of the vehicle when that vehicle is parked at the facility. For your convenience, a permit can be obtained by visiting the Parks and Recreation Department Monday-Thursday, 8:30am-4:00pm or Friday 8:30am-12:30pm, or by appointment. To make an appointment or other arrangement: please call 203-262-0633. To expedite your visit, please create a household account here before arrival. For more information, or purchase the permit, go to southburyct.myrec.com.

Rules

  • Alcohol and smoking or vaping of any kind are strictly prohibited on Town Boat Launch property.
  • Dogs are allowed and must be on leash at all times. Please pick up after your dog.
  • Dock is for active loading and unloading only.
  • Parking permits for the Town Boat Launch are required for each vehicle and available to Southbury residents only.
  • Park is open from sunrise to sunset.
  • Carry out what you carry in.

Amenities

Boating icon Boating   Fishing icon Fishing

Maps

GIS Map - click on the map or the link to view the park on our GIS System. Once there, make sure to select Recreational Trails and/or Open Space in the Map Layer menu in the top right corner.

 

GIS map of Town Boat Launch

Photos