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    Squantz Pond

    Squantz Pond State Park, Deer Island, ConnecticutLakeDesignated swimming area

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    Squantz Pond State Park has a designated beach swimming area on Squantz Pond.

    Water
    Lake
    Swim hours
    Sunrise to sunset
    Facilities
    Designated beach swimming area, boat launch, trails
    Dogs
    Pets and riding animals are prohibited from April 15 to September 30; dogs are prohibited in swimming areas.
    Managed by
    Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

    Getting there

    Squantz Pond State Park is in New Fairfield, Connecticut, on the pond’s southwestern shore.

    41.5252, -73.4840

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Swim only in designated areas.
    • Do not swim when the park is closed for capacity.
    • Do not bring pets from April 15 to September 30.
    • Do not bring pets into swimming areas.

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    Questions about Squantz Pond

    Can you swim at Squantz Pond?

    Yes. Swimming is allowed in the designated area at Squantz Pond State Park, subject to posted rules and capacity closures.

    Are dogs allowed at Squantz Pond?

    Pets and riding animals are prohibited from April 15 to September 30; dogs are prohibited in swimming areas.

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