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Walden Pond swimming area
Walden Pond State Reservation, Sandy Island, MassachusettsLake on Walden PondPublic swimming allowed
Public swimming area at Walden Pond State Reservation in Concord, with seasonal hours and designated open-water swimming rules.
- Water
- Lake, Walden Pond
- Entry
- Daily parking: $8 for Massachusetts-registered vehicles; $30 for out-of-state vehicles.
- Swim hours
- 7:00 am–7:00 pm; open-water swimming hours vary by season and lifeguard shifts.
- Facilities
- Beach, designated swimming area, parking, restrooms
- Dogs
- No pets are allowed at the reservation.
- Managed by
- Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation
Getting there
Rules to know before you go
- Use designated entry points for open-water swimming.
- Use a safety apparatus when open-water swimming.
- Do not swim in open water during lifeguard shifts.
- Do not bring pets to the reservation.
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Questions about Walden Pond swimming area
Can you swim at Walden Pond swimming area?
Yes. Public swimming is permitted at the designated beach and swimming area, subject to seasonal hours and open-water swimming rules.
Does it cost anything to swim at Walden Pond swimming area?
Daily parking: $8 for Massachusetts-registered vehicles; $30 for out-of-state vehicles.
Are dogs allowed at Walden Pond swimming area?
No pets are allowed at the reservation.
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