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Regular Beach Hours At Quonnipaug To Start This Weekend

Jacobs Beach also open this weekend. If you do decide to head outdoors this weekend, check the NWS forecast first. The link is in this article.

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The weather is supposed to be rainy and stormy this weekend, so you might not need this information. But the weather was supposed to be rainy and stormy Friday, and it turned out to be a decent day, so here you go. 

The Guilford Parks and Recreation Department says regular summer hours will start at Lake Quonnipaug this coming weekend. The regular hours for Lake Quonnipaug, located on Route 77 North of Route 80 in Guilford, are Monday-Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. and Sundays from 11:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Jacobs Beach, the town beach on Seaside Avenue, also is open and should have lifeguards and gate guards this weekend, the Facebook page says. 

Here is additional information about Lake Quonnipaug from the Parks and Recreation Department website: 

  • 41 Acres
  • Accommodates a 314' beach for Swimming and Fishing
  • A great place for Camping and Picnics
  • Bath House is also available
  • Kayak and paddleboat rental.
  • Daily fees: $7.00 per resident $10.00 per non-resident (Children 5 and under free)
Here is additional information about Jacobs Beach from the Parks and Recreation Department: 
  • 25 Acre Beach
  • 2 Picnic Shelters
  • Playground
  • Volleyball Court
  • Half Basketball Court
  • Bath House
  • Boat Racks also available
  • Accommodates a 430' Beach for Swimming
If you do decide to head out, check the Guilford forecast with the National Weather Service first. If you hear thunder or see lightning, you should head inside immediately. 

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