New Canaan Coronavirus: Recreational Sites, Parks Open/Closed

NEW CANAAN, CT — As New Canaan residents continue to stay home and socially distance themselves from others due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, town officials have released information on which local parks and recreational sites are open or closed.

Town Hall is open on a limited basis, and schools remain closed until later this month.

On Tuesday, Gov. Ned Lamont said the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases had risen to 68 in Connecticut, but even though that number will rise, he is not yet recommending a "shelter-in-place" strategy.

Below is the New Canaan announcement on parks and recreational sites:

Waveny House and the Lapham Community Center are CLOSED to the Public

Both the Recreation Office Staff and Lapham Community Center Staff are working normal business hours Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. the Staff is available by phone, and email to assist the public.

The Carriage Barn Arts Center and the Powerhouse Theater are both CLOSED.

Here is the Status of our Public Park Facilities:

Our Town Parks remain OPEN with some restrictions. The open space is a great place to enjoy
nature, exercise, walk, ride a bike or jog. Just remember to maintain the recommended social
distancing while enjoying our open fields and trails in Waveny Park, Irwin Park, Mead Park, and
Kiwanis Park.

The Playgrounds at Mead Park, Kiwanis Park and Dixon are CLOSED.

• On advice from the Office of OEM and the Health Dept. ALL Athletic Fields are CLOSED for Play.
• All New Canaan youth and adult organization sport practices, games and gatherings are SUSPENDED at least through March 31st .
• The Trails are open.
• Restrooms – The Outdoor Restroom Building and the Restroom at the Waveny Lodge are CLOSED
• The Paddle Tennis Courts are open and available for play, however NO attendant is on duty and the
• Waveny Paddle Lodge is closed to the public. Players are asked to make reservations online and use the honor system for play with regard to playing time.

• On advice from the Office of OEM and the Health Dept. ALL Athletic Fields are CLOSED for Play.
• The Playground is CLOSED.
• All New Canaan youth and adult organization sport practices, games and gatherings are SUSPENDED at least through March 31st.
• Apple Cart Concession at Mead Park is open for take-out service.
• Public restrooms at the Mead Park Lodge are CLOSED.

Irwin Park-

• The trails are open, the Grass Athletic Fields are closed for Play.

• The playground is CLOSED.
• The walking trail is open.

Spencer’s Run Dog Park is OPEN. However dog owners should follow CDC Guidelines of Social
distancing of a least 6 feet for social gatherings.

The High School Track is open for walking/Jogging however there are NO public restrooms
available.

The High School Tennis Courts are Open for Play.

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