# Shady Beach Park > Beach features quiet atmosphere and clean, rocky shore with picnic areas and small trails for biking or walking. Parking is strictly regulated, favoring local residents, which shapes the visitor mix and access. Nearby dog park sits across the street, as dogs are not allowed on the beach itself. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/ShadyBeachPark - Address: 14 Canfield Ave, Norwalk, Connecticut, United States - Phone: +12038547806 - Website: https://www.norwalkct.org/2094/Calf-Pasture-and-Shady-Beach ## What it is good for - Parks — 8.6/10 - Bathroom — 6.7/10 - Beach — 6/10 ## What people say - "Parking at the parks is residents-only or paid." - "Parking at the beach is confusing with signs for residents and non-residents." - "The parking here is residents-only and paid." ## Good to know - Non-residents pay a parking fee of $72, while local residents park for free. - Parking enforcement is strict, and tickets are issued for violations. - Dogs are not allowed in Shady Beach Park; a dog park is available across the street. - The beach is private and primarily for residents of Norwalk. - Expect to pay high fees for a short visit; parking can be costly. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.