Lighthouse Point Carousel

Lighthouse Point Carousel is the park's historic indoor carousel beside the lighthouse and beach. Navigate to the exact Lighthouse Point Carousel pin rather than the general Lighthouse Point Park marker. The carousel is not open whenever the park is open. Confirm the current operating notice before traveling specifically to ride, bring a separate payment method for parking, and expect weather or events to affect operation.

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 Lighthouse Point Carousel pin rather than the general Lighthouse Point Park marker. The carousel is not open whenever the park is open. Confirm the current operating notice before traveling specifically to ride, bring a separate payment method for parking, and expect weather or events to affect operation.

The regular summer schedule is Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from noon-4:00 p.m., Memorial Day through Labor Day, with rides approximately every 20 minutes.

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.

The City lists carousel rides at 50 cents; seasonal vehicle-parking fees and private rentals are separate.

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.

Lighthouse Point Carousel is the park's historic indoor carousel beside the lighthouse and beach. 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.

The carousel is not open whenever the park is open. Confirm the current operating notice before traveling specifically to ride, bring a separate payment method for parking, and expect weather or events to affect operation.