Litchfield Town Beach (Bantam Lake)
About this place
Litchfield's public beach on Bantam Lake is behind a permit-controlled FOB gate for all users. The official parks & rec registration page does not mention grills, charcoal, or propane at all.
Good to know
Hours
- 5:00 AM–10:00 PMJul 1–Jun 30
Fees
- Free per household per yearactive first responders
- Free per household per yearresidents age 65 and over
- $15 per household per yearannual fee for residents under 65, July 1 through June 30
- $30 per vehicle per daynon-resident daily permit
- $20 one-time purchaseFOB required for all users
- $50 per FOBreplacement FOB
What's here
Location
Common questions
Can you grill at Litchfield Town Beach (Bantam Lake)?
Grilling rules at Litchfield Town Beach (Bantam Lake) aren't stated on its official page. Annual resident permit $15/household (free for residents 65+), plus a one-time FOB required for all users to access the gated beach. Non-residents may buy a daily vehicle pass by phone, valid only for the date purchased. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.
Do you need a permit or reservation?
Annual resident permit $15/household (free for residents 65+), plus a one-time FOB required for all users to access the gated beach. Non-residents may buy a daily vehicle pass by phone, valid only for the date purchased.
Is there a fee at Litchfield Town Beach (Bantam Lake)?
Yes — fees apply. For example, Free per household per year · active first responders. See the official page for the full schedule.
Can you swim at Litchfield Town Beach (Bantam Lake)?
allowed.
What are the hours at Litchfield Town Beach (Bantam Lake)?
5:00 AM–10:00 PM · Jul 1–Jun 30.


