Great Island Common

The New Castle Common


The Great Island Common is comprised of 32 acres of seaside green space and beach. The Common is a Town of New Castle owned and operated park.

The Common is open to the public from 9AM to 9PM daily.

Starting on May 18, 2024, the Town will be charging an admission fee for vehicles in accordance with its published rate schedule (GIC Information and Fees) when an attendant is present. 

Reservations for the Pavilions begin May 1, 2024 and will be done through the Town's Rec Desk website. All accounts must be approved by staff, so we encourage you to make an account prior to May 1st. That will ensure that you can log in on May 1st and choose your preferred date. All reservations are on a first come, first served basis.

Wedding Reservations for the 2024 park season begin on January 1st, 2024. We cannot accept any reservations beyond the current season. 

Be safe and enjoy the park.

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