Five Mile Point Light

Five Mile Point Light is the historic 1847 sandstone lighthouse beside the beach and carousel at Lighthouse Point Park. Navigate to the exact Five Mile Point Light pin rather than the general Lighthouse Point Park marker. Plan to view the exterior unless the City advertises a special opening. Summer vehicle fees depend on residency, and beach weather, events, or maintenance can change access around the lighthouse.

During summer, parking is free for New Haven-registered vehicles, $25 per day for nonresident Connecticut vehicles, and $30 per day for out-of-state vehicles. Current 2026 stickers are issued at the front gate, and weather can close the gate. Navigate to the exact Five Mile Point Light pin rather than the general Lighthouse Point Park marker. Plan to view the exterior unless the City advertises a special opening. Summer vehicle fees depend on residency, and beach weather, events, or maintenance can change access around the lighthouse.

Outdoor viewing follows the park gate schedule of 7:00 a.m. to sunset. The lighthouse is a landmark, not a regularly advertised walk-in tower.

Yes. The City states that the restrooms and bathhouse are accessible. They are close to the beach and splash-pad area, and seasonal operations may affect availability.

Viewing the lighthouse exterior is included with park access; seasonal nonresident vehicle-parking charges still apply.

Yes. A beach wheelchair is available on a first-come, first-served basis. The bathhouse and restrooms are accessible; contact park staff before traveling if the chair or a specific accommodation is essential.

Lighthouse Point Park is not listed by New Haven as an off-leash dog park, and the City's official visitor page does not promise pet access to the guarded beach, splash pad, carousel, or bathhouse. Keep any dog permitted by current entrance signs leashed and controlled, remove waste, and stay out of signed swimming and facility areas. For guaranteed off-leash use, choose New Haven's separately designated East Rock Dog Park. Separately operated buildings, beaches, gardens, and attractions can set stricter rules.

Five Mile Point Light is the historic 1847 sandstone lighthouse beside the beach and carousel at Lighthouse Point Park. Yes. The beach destination includes playground areas near the splash pad, bathhouse, carousel, and picnic facilities. Summer 2026 access is listed daily from 7 a.m. to sunset, while the beach may remain open later under current City notice.

Plan to view the exterior unless the City advertises a special opening. Summer vehicle fees depend on residency, and beach weather, events, or maintenance can change access around the lighthouse.