Facility Overview
The Edgewood Swim and Racquet Club parking area is a dedicated, open-air surface parking lot servicing members, visiting teams, and registered guests of the athletic and recreational facility situated at 100 N Benson Road in Middlebury, Connecticut. Positioned in a quiet, wooded suburban setting near Lake Quassapaug, the lot features open-sky headroom with no vertical clearance barriers, making it readily accessible for standard passenger vehicles, family minivans, full-size SUVs, pickup trucks, and vehicles carrying rooftop sports carriers, bike racks, or kayak equipment.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Nestled in scenic New Haven County, this parking facility is located in close proximity to prominent local recreation, leisure, and community hubs:
- Quassy Amusement & Waterpark: Located just a 5-minute drive (approx. 2 miles) away along Route 64 and Lake Quassapaug, making the general area a central summer destination.
- Larkin State Park Trail: A scenic 10-mile multi-use bridle and hiking trail situated less than 2 miles south, popular among runners, walkers, and cyclists.
- Hop Brook Lake Recreation Area: Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers, offering swimming, paddling, and trail systems within a 10-minute drive east.
- Middlebury Town Center: A short 4-minute drive away, providing access to local dining, boutique markets, bakeries, and local municipal offices.
- Lake Quassapaug: Adjacent lake areas offer scenic views, private sailing clubs, and nature paths just moments from North Benson Road.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Arriving at the facility is straightforward via regional roadways. North Benson Road intersects directly with Connecticut Route 64 (Middlebury Road), linking drivers directly to Interstate 84 (Exit 16 and Exit 17) within approximately 6 to 8 minutes. Ingress and egress are handled via a dedicated, clearly visible entrance driveway off North Benson Road with good sightlines. While Middlebury is predominantly car-dependent and lacks direct light rail or subway transit, regional CTtransit bus routes operate along nearby arterial corridors in adjacent Waterbury, and Metro-North rail connections (Waterbury Branch) are reachable within a 15-to-20-minute drive.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Open-Air Surface Parking: Level asphalt and packed surface areas with no overhead height restrictions.
- Accessible Stalls: Designated ADA-compliant accessible parking bays positioned close to clubhouse and court access ramps.
- Club Access: Immediate walking pathways leading directly to the outdoor pool decks, tennis courts, and reception pavilion.
- Circulation & Turning Space: Wide interior lane aisles that comfortably accommodate turning maneuvers for trucks, SUVs, and youth sports shuttles.
- On-Site Lighting: Basic evening perimeter illumination for players and members departing after dusk matches or evening swim meets.
Ideal For
- Club Members & Families: Daily convenience for swimming lessons, team practices, tennis matches, and club dining.
- Visiting Tennis & Swim Teams: Smooth parking and equipment loading during competitive matches and inter-club meets.
- Seasonal Event Attendees: Safe and direct parking during summer social events, club banquets, and junior sports clinics.
Visitor & Driver Tips
Parking is typically free of charge and restricted to members, guests, and visiting athletes during club operational periods. During mid-summer weekend afternoons and hosting days for youth swim meets or tennis tournaments, the lot can reach peak capacity; arriving 15 to 20 minutes prior to scheduled start times is highly recommended. Drivers entering and exiting onto North Benson Road should exercise extra caution for pedestrians, cyclists, and neighborhood deer common along this pastoral Connecticut roadway.
