Shelburne Beach at Sunset

Shelburne Town Beach Information

Located at the end of Beach Road. Facility is accessible to Shelburne Residents by purchasing an annual beach sticker available through the Parks and Recreation Department. Facilities include swimming, boat launch, volleyball, tetherball, playground and bath house. 1.5 Acres.

What are the beach hours?

Lifeguards are on duty at the town beach from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., 7 days a week. The park is open from sunrise to sunset. Pass holders may swim AT THEIR OWN RISK when there is no lifeguard on duty.

What are the current prices?

 Season beach passes for the 2008 season are $20 for the first car and $5.00 for each additional car in the household. Passes for senior citizens (60 & older) are free. Day passes are $6.00.  Beach passes are available at the beach gate daily, 11:00a.m. - 7:00 p.m. during the beach season or at the Parks and Recreation Office 9:00-4:00 Monday through Friday. Passes are for Shelburne Residents ONLY.

Do guests have to pay? How much?

There is no fee for guests of beach pass holders if they are in the same car as their pass holder. Guests may enter in their own car for a fee of $6.00, as long as they are accompanied by a pass holder. Shelburne residents may purchase a one day pass for $6.00.

Can non-residents purchase beach passes?

 No. You must be a Shelburne resident to purchase a season or day pass.

How do I plan a group gathering to be held at the beach?

Shelburne residents and businesses may use the beach for group gatherings. Groups of 20 or more must schedule use through the Parks & Recreation Department.  Shelburne Residents pay an event fee of $50 plus a $50 refundable deposit.  Shelburne Businesses pay an event fee of $100 plus a $50 refundable deposit.  All Groups must complete a Group Use Facility Form, available at the Parks & Recreation Department.  Non-pass holding guests will be charged $6.00 per car.

Can school/daycare classes use the beach?

Yes. There is no charge for Shelburne public school groups or town social service/communtiy service groups to use the town beach for picnics/gatherings. Town daycares and camps (both for profit and nonprofit)  may purchase a season pass for $100.00. All groups must schedule in advance with the Recreation Office.  All groups entering with children must maintain a one adult to every 5 children ratio.

Can I launch my boat at the beach?

A boat launch is available at the beach for small craft. The launch is located just beyond the swimming area. You must have a beach pass to use the launch. A State of Vermont boat launch is located on Bay Road for non-pass holders and non-residents. All questions regarding the beach and parks may be directed to the Recreation Department at 985-9551.

Beach Rules and General Information:  

Use of alcoholic beverages is prohibited.  Glass bottles/containers are prohibited.  Pets, including dogs, are NOT allowed in the entire beach facility at any time. The Parks and Recreation Department will refund the facility deposit upon completion of inspection of the Town Beach.  Groups must collect, bag, and haul out trash following their event.  Groups will be responsible for any damages to facility.  Groups using the beach before or after the regular season, and who wish to use the waterfront, are required to hire a Parks and Recreation Lifeguard, depending on group size.  Fee: $10.00 per hour/per lifeguard.  All group use must be completed by 7:30pm unless approved in advance by the Parks and Recreation Department.  All Shelburne Town Beach Rules apply to the groups.

Gazebo at Shelburne Beach