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    Ashland Beach

    Ashland State Park, Ashland, MassachusettsLake on Ashland ReservoirSwim seasonally

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    Seasonal public swimming beach at Ashland State Park on Ashland Reservoir; the beach is unguarded.

    Water
    Lake, Ashland Reservoir
    Entry
    See official website
    Swim hours
    Sunrise to sunset.
    Facilities
    Limited picnic areas, charcoal grills, tables, parking
    Lifeguard
    Unguarded.
    Dogs
    On leads; not allowed on beaches from 1 May to 15 September.
    Managed by
    Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation

    When you can swim

    Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

    Getting there

    156 West Union St, Ashland, MA 01721.

    42.2428, -71.4692

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Swim only in designated swimming areas.
    • US Coast Guard-approved life jackets are allowed.
    • Do not use flotation devices.
    • Do not bring dogs onto beaches from 1 May to 15 September.

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    Questions about Ashland Beach

    Can you swim at Ashland Beach?

    Yes. Public swimming is allowed at Ashland Beach during the park's seasonal operating period. The beach is unguarded.

    Are dogs allowed at Ashland Beach?

    On leads; not allowed on beaches from 1 May to 15 September.

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