Pear Tree Point Beach Park

<p>The smaller of Darien’s two public beaches, Pear Tree Point Beach Park is actually itself two beaches, which encompass approximately eight acres at the mouth of the Goodwives River.</p> <p>Pear Tree Point’s amenities include a bathing area, a picnic area, a bathhouse, a concession stand, public grills, a boat launch ramp, with picnic tables and grills, and a gazebo overlooking the Sound. The Darien Boat Club is also located at this beach.</p> <p>Seasonal Passes are available to residents and town employees for $35 per vehicle. Passes are $65 for nonresident taxpayers and $100 for summer residents. Resident senior citizens receive one free permit per family.</p> <p>Daily parking permits may be purchased for $40 at either Weed Beach or Pear Tree Point. Parking lots are available to all beach-goers, regardless of residency.</p> <p>Boat Launch Permits are $45 and are required at both beaches. Daily boat launch permits are $65. Trailers must be detached from vehicles and parked in designated locations.</p>