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 Longshore and Staples pools, reduced fees at Longshore Golf Course and town's tennis courts.

Parking Emblems - A vehicle parking emblem is required for entrance into town beaches and to park in other areas designated by the Westport Parks and Recreation Department.

Boat Launch Permits - A boat launch permit is required for car-top type vessels to enter Compo Beach, Sherwood Mill Pond Preserve and E.R. Strait Marina.

Boat Ramp Permit - A boat ramp permit is required for a trailered boat using launch ramps at Compo Beach.

Summer Residents and Non-Resident Real Estate Taxpayer

A summer resident is determined by a lease of at least 30 days but not more than 1 year and is eligible for all Parks and Recreation privileges at resident rates upon payment of the entitling fee of $485.

A non-resident real estate taxpayer is determined by owning commercial property in the town of Westport and verified on the Westport tax rolls.  The non-resident real estate taxpayer would be eligible for all Parks and Recreation privileges at resident rates upon payment of the entitling fee of $485. 

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Documents can be:
SCANNED and EMAILED: Recreation@westportct.gov
FAX: (203) 341-5073
OFFICE:  Westport Parks and Recreation Dept.
                Longshore Club Park 
                260 Compo Road South 
                Westport, CT 06880
                (203)341-5152