260 South Compo Road, Westport, CT 06880 Telephone: 203-341-5090, Facsimile: 203-341-5073Office hours:
E-mail: See "Contact Us" link
Directions to Parks and Recreation Department
The Town of Westport recognizes the importance of recreation in the overall quality of life of its residents, and our parks, athletic facilities, and recreation programs are designed to enhance that quality of life. The Parks and Recreation Department is committed to providing the best recreation facilities and programs to meet the needs of the residents of Westport.
Click here to register online for Fall/Winter programs beginning August 30, purchase handpasses and vehicle parking emblems
Now online! Online registration begins Monday, Aug. 30.
Click here to download Program Guide (pdf, 4mb) Registering by mail, fax or walk-in? Download fill-in PDF application form.
Download information sheets for Fall-Winter programs>>
Program Registration Policies
Program Refund Policy
PARKING EMBLEMS: Parking emblems are required for entrance to all town beaches and facilities and are valid May 1 – September 30. Please be advised that you may need to provide a copy of your current vehicle’s registration if the vehicle was purchased in the last 18 months and not on the current Westport tax records.
HANDPASSES: A Parks and Recreation handpass is a photo identification card for Westport residents, ages 6 and up. It is required for access to the town’s tennis courts, Longshore pool, program registration and for reduced fees at Longshore Golf Course. It is non-transferable and valid for one year from date of purchase. Current handpass holders will be sent an email notification five days prior to the expiration date of their handpass. You may renew your handpass by going to www.westportrecreation.com. New handpass purchases for residents made be made anytime.
If you do not wish to register online, you may download a pdf file to register for parking emblems and handpasses. Print, fill out and mail along with your payment.
BOATS: Boats can be berthed from April 1 – Nov. 30.
ANIMALS: Animals are prohibited at the beach from April 1 – Sept. 30.
BATHHOUSES: Bathhouses close Oct. 1.
Longshore Golf Course pages
(pdf files)
May 1 to Oct 1: Hours are 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. All cars must vacate by midnight.
Other programs