Current Water Quality
No data available
This status is based on the latest sample. Swim Guide - Main updates the status of this beach as soon as test results become available. .
Monitoring Frequency:
Shady is sampled Weekly from May 27th to September 2nd
Water Quality Graph:
About Shady
Shady Beach is adjoined with Calf Pasture Beach in Norwalk along Long Island Sound. It was opened in the 1960s, a few decades after the formal opening of Calf Pasture Beach. Amenities at Shady Beach include a park area, barbecue grills, and restrooms. Shady Beach is also a great place to enjoy a picnic with family and friends in the shaded picnic area.
There is a lifeguard on duty during the summer season. There are fees in place for nonresident parking at Shady Beach. You can purchase parking passes at the beach.
Current Weather
14°C
Cloudy with a few clear breaks
Source Information
The City of Norwalk Health Department monitors beach water quality and posts advisories http://www.norwalkct.org/index.aspx?nid=720 Water is monitored weekly from Memorial Day to Labor Day. When the City issues a warning, Swim Guide shows that beach as red.
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